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ENERGY. ANYTIME. ANYWHERE.

AUTOMOTIVE

INDEX
Introduction
Application examples
Motorhomes
Ambulances
Electric coffee cart
Systems
Technical information
About Victron Energy

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Introduction
Automotive
The automotive market comprises a broad range of applications requiring a reliable power supply. In vehicles such as fire Engines, ambulances and police cars a human life may depend on an autonomous system. So it is vital that all systems function
flawlessly. Victron Energy offers you such an answer. We are proud to offer you our modern translation for freedom and independence. Energy. Anytime. Anywhere.
Autonomous systems
Our products are being used in all vehicles requiring an extra power supply, for example ambulances, firetrucks, policecars, motor homes, service vehicles, luxurious horse trailers, military vehicles and broadcasting vehicles.

Energy. Anytime. Anywhere.

Application examples

Motorhomes

Ambulances

Coffee car
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Motorhomes
Australia - SLR Caravan & Motorhomes
On adventure with a motorhome
For those who are looking for real adventure during their
vacation, proper equipment and good transport are the
basic needs.
The Australian company SLR Caravans & Motorhomes
builds four wheel drive motor homes, expedition
vehicles and caravans, especially made to withstand
harsh Australian conditions.
Adventurer
The most advanced vehicle for extreme conditions is
the Adventurer 4x4 motor home/ expedition from SLR.
This vehicle is the gateway to spectacular and usually
inaccessible destinations all over the globe. Thanks
to the purpose designed and engineered body, the
Adventurer is capable of tackling tough terrain such as
the desert, rivers, mountains and sandy roads.

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Motorhomes

Motorhomes

Victron Energy equipment


An almost indispensable option for the off-road vehicles is the Victron Phoenix MultiPlus: a powerful true sine wave inverter. In
the event of generator power being disconnected, the inverter within the Multi is automatically activated and takes over the
supply to the connected loads. So even in the middle of nowhere the off-road vehicles are assured of a reliable power supply.
The inverter converts 12 Volt power to 240 Volt power, which can be used for appliances such as the air conditioner, microwave, washing machine, refrigeration compressor, etc. The higher Watt units provide even more start up power, which is
generally required by these appliances.

SLR Motorhomes

Ambulances
Paris, France: Power supply guaranteed for Paris ambulances
The company Petit Picot has installed MultiPlus
12/1600/70 in ambulances in the Parisian region. The
MultiPlus provides a pure sinusoidal 230 volt alternating
current power supply for the different medical devices
(incubators, monitors, defibrillators, etc.) onboard. These
important medical devices need to be operational at all
times.
The MultiPlus UPS function provides the ambulances a
230Vac permanent power supply. So an ambulance can
function whether it is connected to the mains when idle
or in autonomous mode when driving.
With the MultiPlus onboard it has been possible to
simplify wiring, compared with a separately installed
inverter and charger, with the consequent cost saving in
the installation.

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Ambulances

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Ambulances
Digital Multi
control panel

BMV600S

PHOENIX MULTI CONTROL


charger

overload
bulk

overload
boost

low
absorption
battery

lowequalize
battery

temperature
float

temperature
float

on
charger
only

BMV-600

inverter
inverter
mains on

inverter
mains onon

charger only
off

12
8

16

20
24

current limit
28

4
0

30

shore current limiter

on

SELECT

SETUP

+
-

MULTI CONTROL

mains
charger
failure

230V distribution
Multicompact 12/1200/50

Grid connection
230VAC
230VAC

Alternator

DC distribution 12V

Cyrix-i 12/24/100

B+

Start

Battery protect
BP60 i

12VDC

12VDC
DC distribution 24V
Orion DC/DC

Starting battery
Vehicle engine compartment

AGM
12-150

Orion 12/24 20 Amp

Service battery set

Schematic overview of the installation in the ambulances in Paris.

Global market leader in ambulances


Victron Energy is global market leader in power supply equipment for ambulances. Our products are considered to be very
reliable and extremely suitable for rescue vehicles such as ambulances.

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Electric coffee cart


The Netherlands - Espressi
Coffee cart
Dutch-based company Espressi, which rents out various
types of mobile espresso machines, has developed a
coffee cart that is powered exclusively by electricity. The
coffee cart can be driven and operated on electricity and
used in any location, thanks to its on-board equipment.
The electric coffee cart can be used for a diversity
of events: weddings, openings, business functions,
exhibitions, festivals and conferences.
Victron equipment
To ensure that the coffee cart can be operated without
any need whatsoever for mains electricity, the vehicle is
equipped with the following:
1 x Quattro 48V 10kVA
1 x Battery Monitor BMV 600
48V 1000A OPzV batteries
Devices
The following devices are powered by the electricity
stored in the batteries:
Coffee machine
Coffee grinder
Refrigeration system
Lighting
Sun screen
The vehicles drive system
The coffee cart has a special switch to operate the
electrical devices and the vehicles drive system
separately and so avoid using too much electricity at the
same time.
Consumption
When the batteries are fully charged, the coffee cart can
make coffee for up to 5 hours. That equates to around
1000 cups of coffee. When all devices are running
simultaneously the total power consumption is 8kW.
When the coffee machine is not being used, the coffee
cart has a range of 300 kilometres.
The Battery Monitor checks on how full the batteries are
so that the coffee cart is always able to get back home.

Go to www.espressi.nl to find out more about Espressis


coffee carts.

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Systems
1. Simple system with only DC consumers
The battery charger charges the battery and functions as a power supply for the consumers.

12VDC
Blue Power Charger

Batteries

2. Charger system with inverter


This system contains a charger with three isolated outputs in order to charge three isolated battery banks. The inverter in
this system provides 230VAC loads.

230VAC
Blue Power Charger
with 3 outputs

Phoenix inverter

DC load
12VDC

Batteries

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Systems
3. Multi system
The Multiplus combines the charger and inverter functionality. This will result in easy installation and features like PowerControl and PowerAssist.

Digital Multi control panel


230VAC
No break
230VAC
in combination
with AC input
only
DC Loads
Cyrix-i

MultiPlus vs Quattro
The MultiPlus and Quattro
products play a central role in
both AC and DC systems. They
are both powerful battery
chargers and inverters in one
box.
The amount of available AC
sources is the deciding factor
when choosing between the
Quattro and the Multi.
The big difference is that a
Quattro can take two AC sources, and switch between them
based on intelligent rules. It
has a built-in transfer-switch.
The MultiPlus can take only
one AC source.

Starter battery

Accessory battery

4. Quattro system
The Quattro has the same functions as the MultiPlus, but with an extra additon: a transfer system which automatically selects
the available input.

Digital Multi control panel

230VAC No break

230VAC
in combination with
AC input only

DC Loads
Cyrix-i

Starter battery

Accessory battery

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Systems
5. Parallel system
Our inverters, Multis and Quattros can be paralleled to meet higher power requirements. A simple setting with our
VEConfigure configuration software is sufficient.

3 x MultiPlus

Easy to configure
Configuring parallel and
three phase systems is easy.
Our VEConfigure software
tool allows the installer to
put components together, without any hardware
changes or dipswitches. Just
using standard products.

AC distributing

DC loads
Cyrix-i

Starter battery

Accessory battery

6. Three-phase system
Similar to connecting units in parallel they can also be connected in split-phase and three-phase configurations.

3 x MultiPlus

Three phase
230/400VAC-50Hz

Three phase
230/400VAC-50Hz

Batteries

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Systems
7. Multplus system with DC generator
In this configuration the batteries are being charged directly with the DC generator, the alternator or AC power.

230VAC
no break

Cyrix-i

Batteries

DC generator

DC loads

Batteries

PowerAssist boosting the


capacity of AC or generator power
This unique Victron feature allows
the MultiPlus to supplement the
capacity of the mains or generator
power. Where peak power is so often required only for a limited period, the MultiPlus will make sure
that insufficient mains or generator
power is immediately compensated
with power from the battery. When
the load reduces, the spare power is
used to recharge the battery bank.

Setting for maximum


input current

Limited input current


Limited input current
supplemented by inverter
power at moments of
peak loads

It is therefore no longer necessary to


size a generator on the maximum
peak load. Use the most efficient size
generator instead.
Note: this feature is available in both
the MultiPlus and the Quattro.

Batteries

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Accessories
Our systems are comprised of various components. Some of which are specifically designed for specific markets. Other
Victron components are applicable for a wide range of applications. You are able to find the specifications and other detailed
information about these components in the Technical Information section.
Battery Monitor
Key tasks of the Victron Battery Monitor are measuring charge and discharge currents as well as calculating the state-of-charge
and time-to-go of a battery. An alarm is sent when certain limits are exceeded (such as
an excessive discharge). It is also possible for the battery monitor to exchange data with the Victron Global Remote. This includes
sending alarms.
Digital Multi Control Panel GX
With this panel you are able to remotely monitor and control Multiplus
and Quattro systems. A simple turn of the button can limit the power
supply of for example a generator and/or shore-side current. The setting
range is up to 200A.
FILAX 2 Transfer switch
Filax 2: the ultra fast transfer switch
The Filax has been designed to switch sensitive loads, such as computers or modern entertainment equipment from one AC
source to another. The priority source typically
is the mains, a generator or shore power. The alternate source typically is an inverter.
Transfer switches 5kVA and 10kVA
The Transfer Switch is an automatic switching device between two different AC sources. Between generator and the grid,
between an inverter and the grid or between the generator and an inverter.
BatteryProtect (Models: BP-40i, BP-60i, BP-200i)
The BatteryProtect disconnects the battery from non-essential loads before it is completely discharged (which would damage the battery) or before it has insufficient
power left to crank the engine.
Shore power cable
t Waterproof Shore Power Cable and Inlet IP67
t Moulded Plug and Connector
t Power indication LED
t Protection Cap
t Stainless Steel Inlet

BMV-700 battery monitor

Digital Multi Control Panel GX

Shore power cable

BatteryProtect

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Filax 2 Transfer switch

VRM online portal


VRM Online Portal
Besides monitoring and controlling products on the Color Control GX, the information is also forwarded to our free remote
monitoring website: the VRM Online Portal.
To get an impression of the VRM Online Portal, visit https://vrm.victronenergy.com, and use the Take a look inside button. The
portal is free of charge.

Color Control GX
The Color Control GX provides intuitive control and monitoring for all products
connected to it. The list of Vitron products that can be connected is endless: inverters,
Multis, Quattros, MPPT 150/70, BMV-600 series, BMV-700 series, Skylla-i, Lynx Ion and
even more.

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Note - for our newest datasheets please refer to our website:


www.victronenergy.com

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Phoenix inverters 180VA - 1200VA 120V and 230V
Phoenix inverters 1200VA - 5000VA 230V
MultiPlus inverter/charger 800VA - 5kVA 230V
Quattro inverter/charger 3kVA - 10kVA 230V
Blue Power Battery Charger GX IP20
Blue Power Battery Charger GX IP20 12-25 and 24-12
Blue Power Battery Charger IP22
Blue Power Battery Charger IP65
Blue Power Battery Charger IP67
Blue Power Battery Charger waterproof IP65 180 - 265VAC
Centaur charger 12/24V
Phoenix battery charger 12/24V
Skylla-i battery charger 24V
Skylla TG charger 24/48V 230V
Orion DC/DC converters
Orion DC/DC converters
Orion IP67 24/12 DC-DC converter
Blue Power Panel
Color Control GX
Cyrix-ct 12/24 V 120 A and 230 A
Cyrix-i 400A 12/24V and 24/48V
Victron Global Remote 2 and Victron Ethernet Remote
BMV-600 series: precision battery monitoring
BMV 700 series: precision battery monitoring
Argo diode battery isolators
Argo FET battery isolators
Battery Balancer
GEL and AGM batteries
12,8V lithium iron phosphate batteries
Telecom batteries
BlueSolar monocrystalline panels
BlueSolar polycrystalline panels
MultiPlus principle

MAN Truck VeKa Racing Team during Dakar Rally 2013 - equipped with Victron Energy

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Phoenix inverters 180VA - 1200VA 120V and 230V


SinusMax Superior engineering
Developed for professional duty, the Phoenix range of inverters is suitable for the widest range of
applications. The design criteria have been to produce a true sine wave inverter with optimized
efficiency but without compromise in performance. Employing hybrid HF technology, the result is a
top quality product with compact dimensions, light in weight and capable of supplying power,
problem-free, to any load.
Extra start-up power
A unique feature of the SinusMax technology is very high start-up power. Conventional high
frequency technology does not offer such extreme performance. Phoenix inverters, however, are
well suited to power up difficult loads such as computers and low power electric tools.

Phoenix Inverter
12/180

To transfer the load to another AC source: the automatic transfer switch


For our lower power models we recommend the use of our Filax Automatic Transfer Switch. The
Filax features a very short switchover time (less than 20 miliseconds) so that computers and other
electronic equipment will continue to operate without disruption.
LED diagnosis
Please see manual for a description.
Remote on/off switch
Connector for remote on/off switch available on all models.
DIP switch for 50/60Hz selection (48/350 model only)

Phoenix Inverter
12/800 with Schuko socket

Available with different output sockets


Please see pictures below.

Phoenix Inverter 12/350


with IEC-320 sockets

Phoenix Inverter 12/800


with IEC-320 socket

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Phoenix Inverter 12/800


with Schuko socket

Phoenix Inverter 12/180


with Schuko socket

Phoenix Inverter 12/800


with BS 1363 socket

Phoenix Inverter 12/180


with Nema 5-15R sockets

Phoenix Inverter 12/800


with AN/NZS 3112 socket

Phoenix Inverter 12/800


with Nema 5-15R socket

Phoenix inverters 180VA - 1200VA 120V and 230V


12 Volt
24 Volt
48 Volt
Cont. AC power at 25 C (VA) (3)

12/180
24/180

Cont. power at 25 C / 40 C (W)

Phoenix Inverter

180

12/350
24/350
48/350
350

12/800
24/800
48/800
800

12/1200
24/1200
48/1200
1200

175 / 150

300 / 250

700 / 650

1000 / 900

350

700

1600

2400

Peak power (W)


Output AC voltage / frequency (4)
Input voltage range (V DC)

110VAC or 230VAC +/- 3% 50Hz or 60Hz +/- 0,1%


10,5 - 15,5 / 21,0 - 31,0 / 42,0 - 62,0

9,2 - 17,3 / 18,4 - 34,0 / 36,8 - 68,0

Low battery alarm (V DC)

11,0 / 22 / 44

10,9 / 21,8 / 43,6

Low battery shut down (V DC)

10,5 / 21 / 42

9,2 / 18,4 / 36,8

Low battery auto recovery (V DC)

12,5 / 25 / 50

12,5 / 25 / 50

Max. efficiency (%)

87 / 88

89 / 89/ 90

91 / 93 / 94

92 / 94 / 94

Zero-load power (W)

2,6 / 3,8

3,1 / 5,0 / 6,0

6/5/4

6/5/6

n. a.

n. a.

Zero-load power in search mode


Protection (2)

a-e

Operating temperature range

-40 to +50C (fan assisted cooling)

Humidity (non condensing)

max 95%
ENCLOSURE

Material & Colour

aluminium (blue Ral 5012)

Battery-connection

1)

1)
1)
230V: IEC-320 (IEC-320 plug included), CEE 7/4 (Schuko)
120V: Nema 5-15R
BS 1363 (United Kingdom)
AN/NZS 3112 (Australia, New Zealand)
IP 20

Standard AC outlets
Other outlets (at request)
Protection category
Weight (kg / lbs)
Dimensions (hxwxd in mm)
(hxwxd in inches)

2,7 / 5,4
72x132x200
2.8x5.2x7.9

3,5 / 7,7
72x155x237
2.8x6.1x9.3
ACCESSORIES

Remote on-off switch

6,5 / 14.3
104 x 194 x 305
4.1 x 7.6 x 12.0

1)

8,5 / 18.7
104 x 194 x 305
4.1 x 7.6 x 12.0

Two pole connector

Automatic transfer switch

Filax
STANDARDS

Safety
Emission Immunity
1) Battery cables of 1.5 meter (12/180
with cigarette plug)
2) Protection key:
a) output short circuit
b) overload
c) battery voltage too high
d) battery voltage too low
e) temperature too high

EN 60335-1
EN55014-1 / EN 55014-2/ EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-3
3) Non linear load, crest factor 3:1
4) Frequency can be set by DIP switch (48/350 model only)

Battery Alarm

BMV Battery Monitor

An excessively high or low battery voltage is indicated


by an audible and visual alarm, and a relay for remote
signalling.

The BMV Battery Monitor features an advanced


microprocessor control system combined with high
resolution measuring systems for battery voltage and
charge/discharge current. Besides this, the software
includes complex calculation algorithms to exactly
determine the state of charge of the battery. The BMV
selectively displays battery voltage, current, consumed
Ah or time to go. The monitor also stores a host of data
regarding performance and use of the battery.

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Phoenix inverters 1200VA - 5000VA 230V

SinusMax - Superior engineering


Developed for professional duty, the Phoenix range of inverters is suitable for the widest range of applications.
The design criteria have been to produce a true sine wave inverter with optimised efficiency but without
compromise in performance. Employing hybrid HF technology, the result is a top quality product with compact
dimensions, light in weight and capable of supplying power, problem-free, to any load.
Extra start-up power
A unique feature of the SinusMax technology is very high start-up power. Conventional high frequency
technology does not offer such extreme performance. Phoenix inverters, however, are well suited to power up
difficult loads such as refrigeration compressors, electric motors and similar appliances.
Virtually unlimited power thanks to parallel and 3-phase operation capability
Up to 6 units inverters can operate in parallel to achieve higher power output. Six 24/5000 units, for example,
will provide 24kW / 30kVA output power. Operation in 3-phase configuration is also possible.
Phoenix Inverter
24/5000

To transfer the load to another AC source: the automatic transfer switch


If an automatic transfer switch is required we recommend using the MultiPlus inverter/charger instead. The
switch is included in these products and the charger function of the MultiPlus can be disabled. Computers and
other electronic equipment will continue to operate without disruption because the MultiPlus features a very
short switchover time (less than 20 milliseconds).
Computer interface
All models have a RS-485 port. All you need to connect to your PC is our MK2 interface (see under accessories).
This interface takes care of galvanic isolation between the inverter and the computer, and converts from RS-485
to RS-232. A RS-232 to USB conversion cable is also available. Together with our VEConfigure software, which
can be downloaded free of charge from our website, all parameters of the inverters can be customised. This
includes output voltage and frequency, over and under voltage settings and programming the relay. This relay
can for example be used to signal several alarm conditions, or to start a generator. The inverters can also be
connected to VENet, the new power control network of Victron Energy, or to other computerised monitoring
and control systems.
New applications of high power inverters
The possibilities of paralleled high power inverters are truly amazing. For ideas, examples and battery capacity
calculations please refer to our book Energy Unlimited (available free of charge from Victron Energy and
downloadable from www.victronenergy.com).

Phoenix Inverter Compact


24/1600

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Phoenix inverters 1200VA - 5000VA 230V

Phoenix Inverter

C12/1200
C24/1200

C12/1600
C24/1600

C12/2000
C24/2000

Parallel and 3-phase operation

12/3000
24/3000
48/3000

24/5000
48/5000

Yes
INVERTER

Input voltage range (V DC)

9,5 17V

19 33V

38 66V

Output voltage: 230 VAC 2% Frequency: 50 Hz 0,1% (1)

Output
Cont. output power at 25 C (VA) (2)

1200

1600

2000

3000

5000

Cont. output power at 25 C (W)

1000

1300

1600

2500

4500

Cont. output power at 40 C (W)

900

1200

1450

2200

4000

Peak power (W)

2400

3000

4000

6000

10000

Max. efficiency 12/ 24 /48 V (%)

92 / 94

92 / 94

92 / 92

93 / 94 / 95

94 / 95

Zero-load power 12 / 24 / 48 V (W)

8 / 10

8 / 10

9 / 11

15 / 15 / 16

25 / 25

Zero-load power in AES mode (W)

5/8

5/8

7/9

10 / 10 / 12

20 / 20

Zero-load power in Search mode (W)

2/3

2/3

3/4

4/5/5

5/6

GENERAL
Programmable relay (3)

Yes

Protection (4)

a-g

VE.Bus communication port

For parallel and three phase operation, remote monitoring and system integration

Remote on-off

Yes
Operating temperature range: -40 to +50 C (fan assisted cooling)
Humidity (non condensing): max 95%
ENCLOSURE

Common Characteristics

Common Characteristics
Battery-connection
230 V AC-connection
Weight (kg)
Dimensions (hxwhd in mm)

Material & Colour: aluminum (blue RAL 5012)

Protection category: IP 21

battery cables of 1.5 meter included

M8 bolts

2+2 M8 bolts

G-ST18i plug

Spring-clamp

Screw terminals

10

12

18

30

375x214x110

520x255x125

362x258x218

444x328x240

STANDARDS
Safety

EN 60335-1

Emission Immunity
1) Can be adjusted to 60Hz and to 240V
2) Non linear load, crest factor 3:1
3) Programmable relay that can a.o. be set for
general alarm, DC undervoltage or genset
start/stop function.
AC rating: 230V/4A
DC rating: 4a up to 35VDC, 1A up to 60VDC

EN 55014-1 / EN 55014-2
4) Protection key:
a) output short circuit
b) overload
c) battery voltage too high
d) battery voltage too low
e) temperature too high
f) 230 V AC on inverter output
g) input voltage ripple too high

Phoenix Inverter Control

Computer controlled operation and monitoring

BMV Battery Monitor

This panel can also be used on a


MultiPlus inverter/charger when an
automatic transfer switch but no charger
function is desired.
The brightness of the LEDs is
automatically reduced during night time.

Several interfaces are available:


- MK2.2 VE.Bus to RS232 converter
Connects to the RS232 port of a computer (see A guide to VEConfigure)
- MK2-USB VE.Bus to USB converter
Connects to a USB port (see A guide to VEConfigure)
- VE.Net to VE.Bus converter
Interface to VE.Net (see VE.Net documentation)
- VE.Bus to NMEA 2000 converter
- Victron Global Remote
The Global Remote is a modem which sends alarms, warnings and system
status reports to cellular phones via text messages (SMS). It can also log
data from Victron Battery Monitors, Multis, Quattros and Inverters to a
website through a GPRS connection. Access to this website is free of charge.
- Victron Ethernet Remote
To connect to Ethernet.

The BMV Battery Monitor features an


advanced microprocessor control system
combined with high resolution
measuring systems for battery voltage
and charge / discharge current. Besides
this, the software includes complex
calculation algorithms, like Peukerts
formula, to exactly determine the state of
charge of the battery. The BMV selectively
displays battery voltage, current,
consumed Ah or time to go. The monitor
also stores a host of data regarding
performance and use of the battery.
Several models available (see battery
monitor documentation).

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MultiPlus inverter/charger 800VA - 5kVA 230V


Lithium Ion battery compatible
Multi-functional, with intelligent power management
The MultiPlus is a powerful true sine wave inverter, a sophisticated battery charger that features adaptive charge
technology, and a high-speed AC transfer switch in a single compact enclosure. Next to these primary functions,
the MultiPlus has several advanced features, as outlined below.
Two AC Outputs
The main output has no-break functionality. The MultiPlus takes over the supply to the connected loads in the
event of a grid failure or when shore/generator power is disconnected. This happens so fast (less than
20 milliseconds) that computers and other electronic equipment will continue to operate without disruption.
The second output is live only when AC is available on one of the inputs of the MultiPlus. Loads that should not
discharge the battery, like a water heater for example, can be connected to this output (second output available
on models rated at 3kVA and more).
Virtually unlimited power thanks to parallel operation
Up to 6 Multis can operate in parallel to achieve higher power output. Six 24/5000/120 units, for example, will
provide 25 kW / 30 kVA output power with 720 Amps charging capacity.

MultiPlus
24/3000/70

Three phase capability


In addition to parallel connection, three units of the same model can be configured for three-phase output. But
thats not all: up to 6 sets of three units can be parallel connected for a huge 75 kW / 90 kVA inverter and more
than 2000 Amps charging capacity.
PowerControl - Dealing with limited generator, shore side or grid power
The MultiPlus is a very powerful battery charger. It will therefore draw a lot of current from the generator or
shore side supply (nearly 10A per 5kVA Multi at 230VAC). With the Multi Control Panel a maximum generator or
shore current can be set. The MultiPlus will then take account of other AC loads and use whatever is extra for
charging, thus preventing the generator or shore supply from being overloaded.
PowerAssist - Boosting the capacity of shore or generator power
This feature takes the principle of PowerControl to a further dimension. It allows the MultiPlus to supplement
the capacity of the alternative source. Where peak power is so often required only for a limited period, the
MultiPlus will make sure that insufficient shore or generator power is immediately compensated for by power
from the battery. When the load reduces, the spare power is used to recharge the battery.

MultiPlus Compact
12/2000/80

Four stage adaptive charger and dual bank battery charging


The main output provides a powerful charge to the battery system by means of advanced adaptive charge
software. The software fine-tunes the three stage automatic process to suit the condition of the battery, and
adds a fourth stage for long periods of float charging. The adaptive charge process is described in more detail
on the Phoenix Charger datasheet and on our website, under Technical Information. In addition to this, the
MultiPlus will charge a second battery using an independent trickle charge output intended for a main engine
or generator starter battery (trickle charge output available on 12V and 24V models only).
System configuring has never been easier
After installation, the MultiPlus is ready to go.
If settings have to be changed, this can be done in a matter of minutes with a new DIP switch setting procedure.
Even parallel and 3-phase operation can be programmed with DIP switches: no computer needed!
Alternatively, VE.Net can be used instead of the DIP switches.
And sophisticated software (VE.Bus Quick Configure and VE.Bus System Configurator) is available to configure
several new, advanced, features.

PowerAssist with 2x MultiPlus in parallel

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Five parallel units: output power 25 kVA

MultiPlus inverter/charger 800VA - 5kVA 230V


MultiPlus

12 Volt
24 Volt
48 Volt

PowerControl
PowerAssist
Transfer switch (A)
Parallel and 3-phase operation
Input voltage range (V DC)
Output
Cont. output power at 25 C (VA) (3)
Cont. output power at 25 C (W)
Cont. output power at 40 C (W)
Peak power (W)
Maximum efficiency (%)
Zero-load power (W)
Zero load power in AES mode (W)
Zero load power in Search mode (W)
AC Input
Charge voltage 'absorption' (V DC)
Charge voltage 'float' (V DC)
Storage mode (V DC)
Charge current house battery (A) (4)
Charge current starter battery (A)
Battery temperature sensor
Auxiliary output (5)
Programmable relay (6)
Protection (2)
VE.Bus communication port
General purpose com. port (7)
Remote on-off
Common Characteristics
Common Characteristics
Battery-connection
230 V AC-connection
Weight (kg)
Dimensions (hxwxd in mm)
Safety
Emission, Immunity
Automotive Directive
1) Can be adjusted to 60 HZ; 120 V 60 Hz on request
2) Protection key:
a) output short circuit
b) overload
c) battery voltage too high
d) battery voltage too low
e) temperature too high
f) 230 VAC on inverter output
g) input voltage ripple too high

C 12/800/35
C 24/ 800/16

C 12/1200/50
C 24/1200/25

C 12/1600/70
C 24/1600/40

C 12/2000/80
C 24/2000/50

Yes
Yes
16
Yes

Yes
Yes
16
Yes

Yes
Yes
16
Yes

Yes
Yes
30
Yes

800
700
650
1600
92 / 94
8 / 10
5/8
2/3

35 / 16

n. a.

n. a.

10

12/3000/120
24/3000/70
48/3000/35
Yes
Yes
16 or 50
Yes

24/5000/120
48/5000/70
Yes
Yes
100
Yes

INVERTER
9,5 17 V
19 33 V
38 66 V
Output voltage: 230 VAC 2%
Frequency: 50 Hz 0,1% (1)
1200
1600
2000
3000
5000
1000
1300
1600
2500
4500
900
1200
1450
2200
4000
2400
3000
4000
6000
10.000
93 / 94
93 / 94
93 / 94
93 / 94 / 95
94 / 95
8 / 10
8 / 10
9 / 11
15 / 15 / 16
25 / 25
5/8
5/8
7/9
10 / 10 / 12
20 / 20
2/3
2/3
3/4
4/5/5
5/6
CHARGER
Input voltage range: 187-265 VAC
Input frequency: 45 65 Hz
Power factor: 1
14,4 / 28,8 / 57,6
13,8 / 27,6 / 55,2
13,2 / 26,4 / 52,8
50 / 25
70 / 40
80 / 50
120 / 70 / 35
120 / 70
4 (12V and 24V models only)
yes
GENERAL
n. a.
n. a.
n. a.
Yes (16A)
Yes (25A)
Yes
a-g
For parallel and three phase operation, remote monitoring and system integration
n. a.
n. a.
n. a.
Yes (8)
Yes
Yes
Operating temp. range: -40 to +50C (fan assisted cooling) Humidity (non condensing): max 95%
ENCLOSURE
Material & Colour: aluminium (blue RAL 5012)
Protection category: IP 21
battery cables of 1.5 meter
M8 bolts
Four M8 bolts (2 plus and 2 minus connections)
G-ST18i connector
Spring-clamp
Screw terminals 13 mm2 (6 AWG)
10
10
12
18
30
375x214x110
520x255x125
362x258x218
444x328x240
STANDARDS
EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29
EN55014-1, EN 55014-2, EN 61000-3-3
2004/104/EC

3) Non linear load, crest factor 3:1


4) At 25 C ambient
5) Switches off when no external AC source available
6) Programmable relay that can a. o. be set for general alarm,
DC undervoltage or genset start/stop function
AC rating: 230V/4A
DC rating: 4A up to 35VDC, 1A up to 60VDC
7) A. o. to communicate with a Lithium Ion battery BMS
8) Models with 16A transfer switch only (see Quattro for 50A transfer switch)

Digital Multi Control

Computer controlled operation and monitoring

BMV Battery Monitor

A convenient and low cost solution for remote


monitoring, with a rotary knob to set Power
Control and Power Assist levels.

Several interfaces are available:


- MK2.2 VE.Bus to RS232 converter
Connects to the RS232 port of a computer (see A guide to VEConfigure)
- MK2-USB VE.Bus to USB converter
Connects to a USB port (see A guide to VEConfigure)
- VE.Net to VE.Bus converter
Interface to VE.Net (see VE.Net documentation)
- VE.Bus to NMEA 2000 converter
- Victron Global Remote
The Global Remote is a modem which sends alarms, warnings and system
status reports to cellular phones via text messages (SMS). It can also log
data from Victron Battery Monitors, Multis, Quattros and Inverters to a
website through a GPRS connection. Access to this website is free of charge.
- Victron Ethernet Remote
To connect to Ethernet.

The BMV Battery Monitor features an


advanced microprocessor control system
combined with high resolution measuring
systems for battery voltage and
charge/discharge current. Besides this, the
software includes complex calculation
algorithms, like Peukerts formula, to
exactly determine the state of charge of
the battery. The BMV selectively displays
battery voltage, current, consumed Ah or
time to go. The monitor also stores a host
of data regarding performance and use of
the battery.
Several models available (see battery
monitor documentation).

Blue Power Panel


Connects to a Multi or Quattro and all VE.Net
devices, in particular the VE.Net Battery
Controller.
Graphic display of currents and voltages.

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Quattro inverter/charger 3kVA - 10kVA 230V


Lithium Ion battery compatible
Two AC inputs with integrated transfer switch
The Quattro can be connected to two independent AC sources, for example shore-side power and a generator,
or two generators. The Quattro will automatically connect to the active source.
Two AC Outputs
The main output has no-break functionality. The Quattro takes over the supply to the connected loads in the
event of a grid failure or when shore/generator power is disconnected. This happens so fast (less than
20 milliseconds) that computers and other electronic equipment will continue to operate without disruption.
The second output is live only when AC is available on one of the inputs of the Quattro. Loads that should not
discharge the battery, like a water heater for example, can be connected to this output.
Virtually unlimited power thanks to parallel operation
Up to 10 Quattro units can operate in parallel. Ten units 48/10000/140, for example, will provide 90kW / 100kVA
output power and 1400 Amps charging capacity.

Quattro
48/5000/70-100/100

Three phase capability


Three units can be configured for three-phase output. But thats not all: up to 10 sets of three units can be
parallel connected to provide 270kW / 300kVA inverter power and more than 4000A charging capacity.
PowerControl Dealing with limited generator, shore-side or grid power
The Quattro is a very powerful battery charger. It will therefore draw a lot of current from the generator or shore
side supply (16A per 5kVA Quattro at 230VAC). A current limit can be set on each AC input. The Quattro will then
take account of other AC loads and use whatever is spare for charging, thus preventing the generator or shore
supply from being overloaded.
PowerAssist Boosting shore or generator power
This feature takes the principle of PowerControl to a further dimension allowing the Quattro to supplement the
capacity of the alternative source. Where peak power is so often required only for a limited period, the Quattro
will make sure that insufficient shore or generator power is immediately compensated for by power from the
battery. When the load reduces, the spare power is used to recharge the battery.
Solar energy: AC power available even during a grid failure
The Quattro can be used in off grid as well as grid connected PV and other alternative energy systems.

Quattro
24/3000/70-50/30

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System configuring has never been easier


After installation, the Quattro is ready to go.
If settings have to be changed, this can be done in a matter of minutes with a new DIP switch setting procedure.
Even parallel and 3-phase operation can be programmed with DIP switches: no computer needed!
Alternatively, VE.Net can be used instead of the DIP switches.
And sophisticated software (VE.Bus Quick Configure and VE.Bus System Configurator) is available to configure
several new, advanced, features.

Quattro inverter/charger 3kVA - 10kVA 230V


Quattro
PowerControl / PowerAssist
Integrated Transfer switch
AC inputs (2x)
Maximum feed through current (A)
Input voltage range (V DC)
Output (1)
Cont. output power at 25 C (VA) (3)
Cont. output power at 25 C (W)
Cont. output power at 40 C (W)
Peak power (W)
Maximum efficiency (%)
Zero-load power (W)
Zero load power in AES mode (W)
Zero load power in Search mode (W)
Charge voltage 'absorption' (V DC)
Charge voltage 'float' (V DC)
Storage mode (V DC)
Charge current house battery (A) (4)
Charge current starter battery (A)
Battery temperature sensor
Auxiliary output (A) (5)
Programmable relay (6)
Protection (2)
VE.Bus communication port
General purpose com. port (7)
Z
Common Characteristics
Common Characteristics
Battery-connection
230 V AC-connection
Weight (kg)
Dimensions (hxwxd in mm)

Safety
Emission, Immunity

12/3000/120-50/30
24/3000/70-50/30

12/5000/220-100/100
24/5000/120-100/100
48/5000/70-100/100

24/8000/200-100/100
48/8000/110-100/100

48/10000/140-100/100
Yes
Yes
Input voltage range: 187-265 VAC Input frequency: 45 65 Hz Power factor: 1
50 / 30
2x100
2x100
2x100
INVERTER
9,5 17V 19 33V 38 66V
Output voltage: 230 VAC 2%
Frequency: 50 Hz 0,1%
3000
5000
8000
10000
2500
4500
7000
9000
2200
4000
6300
8000
6000
10000
16000
20000
93 / 94
94 / 94 / 95
94 / 96
96
15 / 15
25 / 25 / 25
30 / 35
35
10 / 10
20 / 20 / 20
25 / 30
30
4/5
5/5/6
8 / 10
10
CHARGER
14,4 / 28,8
14,4 / 28,8 / 57,6
28,8 / 57,6
57,6
13,8 / 27,6
13,8 / 27,6 / 55,2
27,6 / 55,2
55,2
13,2 / 26,4
13,2 / 26,4 / 52,8
26,4 / 52,8
52,8
120 / 70
220 / 120 / 70
200 / 110
140
4 (12V and 24V models only)
Yes
GENERAL
25
50
50
50
1x
3x
3x
3x
a-g
For parallel and three phase operation, remote monitoring and system integration
1x
2x
2x
2x
z
Operating temp.: -40 to +50 C Humidity (non condensing): max. 95%
ENCLOSURE
Material & Colour: aluminium (blue RAL 5012) Protection category: IP 21
Four M8 bolts (2 plus and 2 minus connections)
Screw terminals 13 mm2 (6 AWG)
Bolts M6
Bolts M6
Bolts M6
19
34 / 30 / 30
45/41
45
470 x 350 x 280
362 x 258 x 218
444 x 328 x 240
470 x 350 x 280
470 x 350 x 280
444 x 328 x 240
STANDARDS
EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29
EN55014-1, EN 55014-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-1

1) Can be adjusted to 60 HZ; 120 V 60 Hz on


request
2) Protection key:
a) output short circuit
b) overload
c) battery voltage too high
d) battery voltage too low
e) temperature too high
f) 230 VAC on inverter output
g) input voltage ripple too high

3) Non linear load, crest factor 3:1


4) At 25 C ambient
5) Switches off when no external AC source available
6) Programmable relay that can a. o. be set for general alarm,
DC undervoltage or genset start/stop function
AC rating: 230V/4A
DC rating: 4A up to 35VDC, 1A up to 60VDC
7) A. o. to communicate with a Lithium Ion battery BMS

Digital Multi Control Panel

Computer controlled operation and monitoring

BMV Battery Monitor

A convenient and low cost solution for remote


monitoring, with a rotary knob to set Power
Control and Power Assist levels.

Several interfaces are available:


- MK2.2 VE.Bus to RS232 converter
Connects to the RS232 port of a computer (see A guide to VEConfigure)
- MK2-USB VE.Bus to USB converter
Connects to a USB port (see A guide to VEConfigure)
- VE.Net to VE.Bus converter
Interface to VE.Net (see VE.Net documentation)
- VE.Bus to NMEA 2000 converter
- Victron Global Remote
The Global Remote is a modem which sends alarms, warnings and system status
reports to cellular phones via text messages (SMS). It can also log data from
Victron Battery Monitors, Multis, Quattros and Inverters to a website through
a GPRS connection. Access to this website is free of charge.
- Victron Ethernet Remote
d

The BMV Battery Monitor features an


advanced microprocessor control system
combined with high resolution measuring
systems for battery voltage and
charge/discharge current. Besides this, the
software includes complex calculation
algorithms, like Peukerts formula, to
exactly determine the state of charge of
the battery. The BMV selectively displays
battery voltage, current, consumed Ah or
time to go. The monitor also stores a host
of data regarding performance and use of
the battery.
Several models available (see battery
monitor documentation).

Blue Power Panel


Connects to a Multi or Quattro and all VE.Net
devices, in particular the VE.Net Battery
Controller.
Graphic display of currents and voltages.

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32

Ambulances, US

33
33

Blue Power Battery Charger GX IP20


180-265VAC
The highest efficiency ever!
With up to 95% efficiency, these chargers generate up to four times less heat when compared to the industry
standard.
And once the battery is fully charged, power consumption reduces to 0,5 Watt, some five to ten times better
than the industry standard.
Adaptive 4-stage charge algorithm: bulk absorption float storage
The Blue Power charger features a microprocessor controlled adaptive battery management. The adaptive
feature will automatically optimize the charging process relative to the way the battery is being used.

Blue Power Battery Charger


GX IP 20 12/15

Less maintenance and aging when the battery is not in use: the Storage Mode
The storage mode kicks in whenever the battery has not been subjected to discharge during 24 hours. In the
storage mode float voltage is reduced to 2,2 V/cell (13,2 V for a 12 V battery) to minimize gassing and corrosion
of the positive plates. Once a week the voltage is raised back to the absorption level to equalize the battery.
This feature prevents stratification of the electrolyte and sulphation, a major cause of early battery failure.
Totally silent
No fan.
Protected against overheating
Output current will reduce as temperature increases up to 60C, but the Blue Power charger will not fail.
Two LEDs for status indication
Yellow LED: bulk charge (blinking fast), absorption (blinking slow), float (solid), storage (off)
Green LED: power on
Learn more about batteries and battery charging
To learn more about batteries and charging batteries, please refer to our book Energy Unlimited (available free
of charge from Victron Energy and downloadable from www.victronenergy.com).

Blue Power Charger GX IP 20

12/7 (1)
12/10 (1)
12/15 (1)

24/5 (1)
24/8 (1)
180-265 VAC or 250-350 VDC

Input voltage range


Efficiency

94%

95%

No load power consumption

0.5W

0.5W

Frequency
Number of outputs

45-65 Hz or DC
1

Charge voltage 'absorption' (V DC)

14,4

28,8

Charge voltage 'float' (V DC)

13.8

27.6

Charge voltage 'storage' (V DC)

13,2

26,4

7 / 10 / 15

5/8

Charge current (A)


Charge characteristic
Minimum battery capacity (Ah)

4-stage adaptive
24 / 30 / 45

16 / 24

Can be used as power supply


Protection
Operating temp. range

Yes
Battery reverse polarity (fuse)

Humidity (non condensing)


Cooling

Output short circuit

Over temperature

-20 to +60C (full rated output up to 40C)


Max 95 %
Natural convection (no fan)

ENCLOSURE
Material & Colour
Battery-connection

Aluminium (blue RAL 5012)


Black and red cable of 1,5 meter with battery clamps

230 V AC-connection

Cable of 1,5 meter with CEE 7/7 plug, BS 1363 plug (UK) or AS/NZS 3112 plug (AU/NZ)

Protection category

IP 20

Weight (kg)

1,3

Dimensions (h x w x d in mm)

66 x 90 x 235

STANDARDS
Safety

34

EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29

Emission

EN 55014-1, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-3-2

Immunity

EN 55014-2, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-3-3

Blue Power Battery Charger GX IP20 12-25 and 24-12


180-265VAC
Adaptive 4-stage charge characteristic: bulk absorption float storage
The Blue Power charger features a microprocessor controlled adaptive battery management. The adaptive
feature will automatically optimize the charging process relative to the way the battery is being used.
Less maintenance and aging when the battery is not in use: the Storage Mode
The storage mode kicks in whenever the battery has not been subjected to discharge during 24 hours. In the
storage mode float voltage is reduced to 2,2 V/cell (13,2 V for a 12 V battery) to minimize gassing and corrosion
of the positive plates. Once a week the voltage is raised back to the absorption level to equalize the battery.
This feature prevents stratification of the electrolyte and sulfation, a major cause of early battery failure.
Blue Power Battery Charger
GX IP 20 12/25 (1)

Protected against overheating and silent fan cooling


Output current will reduce as temperature increases up to 60C, but the Blue Power charger will not fail.
The load and temperature controlled fan is practically inaudible.
Two LEDs for status indication
Yellow LED: bulk charge (blinking fast), absorption (blinking slow), float (solid), storage (off)
Green LED: power on
Learn more about batteries and battery charging
To learn more about batteries and charging batteries, please refer to our book Energy Unlimited (available free
of charge from Victron Energy and downloadable from www.victronenergy.com).

Blue Power Charger GX IP 20


Input voltage range

12/25 (1)

24/12 (1)

180-265 VAC or 250-350 VDC

180-265 VAC or 250-350 VDC

Frequency
Number of outputs
Charge voltage 'absorption' (V DC)
Charge voltage 'float' (V DC)
Charge voltage 'storage' (V DC)
Charge current (A)

45-65 Hz or DC
1

14,4

28,8

14

28

13,2

26,4

25

12 or 15

Charge characteristic
Minimum battery capacity (Ah)

4-stage adaptive
75

45

Can be used as power supply


Protection
Operating temp. range

Yes
Battery reverse polarity (fuse)

Output short circuit

Over temperature

-20 to +60C (full rated output up to 40C)

Humidity (non condensing)

Max 95 %

Cooling

Fan assisted

ENCLOSURE
Material & Colour
Battery-connection

Aluminium (blue RAL 5012)


One output: black and red cable of 1,5 meter

Three outputs: screw terminals 6 mm

230 V AC-connection

Cable of 1,5 meter with CEE 7/7 or AS/NZS 3112 plug

Protection category

IP 20

Weight (kg)

1,3

Dimensions (h x w x d in mm)

66 x 90 x 235

STANDARDS
Safety

EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29

Emission

EN 55014-1, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-3-2

Immunity

EN 55014-2, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-3-3

35

Blue Power Battery Charger IP22


High efficiency
With up to 94% efficiency, these chargers generate up to four times less heat when compared to the industry
standard.
And once the battery is fully charged, power consumption reduces to 0,5 Watt, some five to ten times better
than the industry standard.
Adaptive 6-stage charge algorithm: test - bulk absorption - recondition float storage
The Blue Power charger features a microprocessor controlled adaptive battery management. The adaptive
feature will automatically optimize the charging process relative to the way the battery is being used.
Storage Mode: less maintenance and aging when the battery is not in use
The storage mode kicks in whenever the battery has not been subjected to discharge during 24 hours. In the
storage mode float voltage is reduced to 2,2 V/cell (13,2 V for a 12 V battery) to minimize gassing and corrosion
of the positive plates. Once a week the voltage is raised back to the absorption level to equalize the battery.
This feature prevents stratification of the electrolyte and sulfation, a major cause of early battery failure.
Also charges Li-ion (LiFePO4) batteries
LiFePO4 batteries are charged with a simple bulk absorption float algorithm.
NIGHT and LOW setting
When in NIGHT or LOW mode, the output current is reduced to max. 25% of the nominal output and the charger
will be totally noiseless. The NIGHT mode automatically ends after 8 hours. The LOW mode can be ended
manually.
Blue Power Battery Charger
IP22 12/30 (3)

Protected against overheating


Output current will reduce as temperature increases up to 50C, but the Blue Power charger will not fail.
Eleven LEDs for Status indication
Charge algorithm: TEST / BULK / ABSORPTION / RECONDITION / FLOAT / STORAGE / READY.
MODE button to set: NORMAL (14,4 V) / HIGH (14,7 V) / RECONDITION / LI-ION.

Blue Power Charger

12V, 1 output
15 / 20 / 30 A

12V, 3 outputs
15 /20 / 30 A

24V, 1 output
8 /12 / 15 A

24V, 3 outputs
8 /12 / 15 A

Input voltage range

180 265 VAC

180 265 VAC

Charge current, normal mode

15 / 20 / 30 A

8/12/15 A

Charge current, NIGHT or LOW

4/5/8A

2/3/4A

Efficiency

93%

94%

No load power consumption

0.5W

0.5W

Frequency
Number of outputs

45 65 Hz
1

45 65 Hz
3

Charge voltage 'absorption'

Normal: 14,4 V

High: 14,6 V

Li-ion: 14,2 V

Normal: 28,8 V

High: 29,2 V

Li-ion: 28,4 V

Charge voltage 'float'

Normal: 13,8 V

High: 13,8 V

Li-ion: 13,35 V

Normal: 27,6 V

High: 27,6 V

Li-ion: 26,7 V

Charge voltage 'storage'

Normal: 13,2 V

High: 13,8 V

Li-ion: n. a.

Normal: 26,4 V

High: 26,4 V

Li-ion: n. a.

Charge algorithm

6-stage adaptive

Can be used as power supply


Protection

Yes
Battery reverse polarity (fuse)

Operating temp. range

Output short circuit

Over temperature

-20 to +50C

Humidity (non condensing)

Max 98 %

ENCLOSURE
Material & Colour
Battery connection
230 V AC connection

Aluminum (blue RAL 5012)


Screw terminals 13 mm / AWG6
Cable of 1,5 meter with CEE 7/7 plug, BS 1363 plug (UK) or AS/NZS 3112 plug (AU/NZ)

Protection category

IP22

Weight
Dimensions (h x w x d)

1,3 kg
235 x 108 x 65 mm

STANDARDS
Safety

36

EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29

Emission

EN 55014-1, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-3-2

Immunity

EN 55014-2, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-3-3

37
37

Blue Power Battery Charger IP65


Completely encapsulated: waterproof, shockproof and ignition protected
Water, oil or dirt will not damage the Blue Power charger. The casing is made of cast aluminium and the
electronics are moulded in resin.
Protected against overheating
Can be used in a hot environment such as a machine room. Output current will reduce as temperature increases
up to 60C, but the Blue Power charger will not fail.

Blue Power Charger


24V 5A IP65

Automatic three stage charging


Once the absorption voltage has been reached, the Blue Power charger will switch to float charge 2 hours after
the charge current has reduced to a low break point current (see specifications), or after a 20 hour absorption
period. The battery is therefore effectively protected against overcharging and can remain permanently
connected to the charger. The charger will automatically reset and start a new charge cycle after interruption of
the AC supply or after reduction of the output voltage to 12V resp. 24V due to a DC load.
Two LEDs for status indication
Yellow LED: battery being charged
Yellow LED and Green LED: absorption charge
Green LED: float charge, the battery is charged
Learn more about batteries and battery charging
To learn more about batteries and charging batteries, please refer to our book Energy Unlimited (available free
of charge from Victron Energy and downloadable from www.victronenergy.com).

Blue Power charger Waterproof

12/7

24/5

Input voltage range (V AC)

200-265

Frequency (Hz)

45-65

Charge voltage 'absorption' (V DC)

14,4

28,8

Charge voltage 'float' (V DC)

13,7

27,4

Charge current (A)


Charge characteristic

3 stage with max. 18 hours absorption time

Minimum battery capacity (Ah)

15

10

Breakpoint current (A)

0,7

0,3

Can be used as power supply

Protection (1)
Operating temp. range

a,b,c,
-20 to +60C (full rated output up to 40C)

Humidity

Up to 100 %
ENCLOSURE

Material & Colour

aluminium (blue RAL 5012)

Battery-connection
230 V AC-connection (2)

Black and red cable of 1,5 meter


Cable of 1,5 meter with CEE 7/7 or AS/NZS 3112 plug

Protection category

IP 65

Weight (kg)

1,1

Dimensions (h x w x d in mm)

43 x 80 x 155
STANDARDS

Safety
Emission Immunity
Automotive Directive
1) Protection key:
a) Battery reverse polarity
(fuse in battery cable)
b) Output short circuit
c) Over temperature

38

EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29
EN 55014-1, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-3-2
EN 55014-2, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-3-3
2) Other plug types on request

Blue Power Battery Charger IP67


180-265VAC
Completely encapsulated: waterproof, shockproof and ignition protected
Water, oil or dirt will not damage the Blue Power IP67 charger. The casing is made of cast aluminium and the
electronics are moulded in resin.
Start interrupt
The models with suffix (1+Si) feature a second current limited output which is always powered as long as 180
265 VAC is present on the input. This output can for example be used to prevent starting of a vehicle before
unplugging the battery charger (start interrupt function).
The highest efficiency ever!
Setting a new industry standard: with 92% efficiency or better, these chargers waste three to four times less
heat.
And once the battery is fully charged, power consumption reduces to less than a Watt, some five to ten times
better than the industry standard.
Adaptive 4-stage charge algorithm: bulk absorption float storage
The Blue Power charger features a microprocessor controlled adaptive battery management. The adaptive
feature will automatically optimise the charging process relative to the way the battery is being used.

Blue Power Charger


IP67 12/25

Less maintenance and aging when the battery is not in use: the Storage Mode
The storage mode kicks in whenever the battery has not been subjected to discharge during 24 hours. In the
storage mode float voltage is reduced to 2,2 V/cell (13,2 V for a 12 V battery) to minimise gassing and corrosion
of the positive plates. Once a week the voltage is raised back to the absorption level to equalize the battery.
This feature prevents stratification of the electrolyte and sulphation, a major cause of early battery failure.
Protected against overheating
Can be used in a hot environment such as a machine room. Output current will reduce as temperature increases
up to 60C, but the charger will not fail.
Two LEDs for status indication
Yellow LED: bulk charge (blinking fast), absorption (blinking slow), float (solid), storage (off)
Green LED: power on

Blue Power charger IP67

12/7

12/13

12/17

24/5

24/8

24/12

93%
0.5

95%

No load power consumption (W)

93%
0.5

0.5

95%

94%

96%

96%

0.5

0.5

0.5

Charge voltage 'absorption' (V DC)

14,4

14,4

0.5

14,4

14,4

28,8

28,8

28,8

Charge voltage 'float' (V DC)

13,7

Charge voltage storage (V DC)

13,2

13,7

13,7

13,7

27,4

27,4

27,4

13,2

13,2

13,2

26,4

26,4

26,4

13

17

12

Input voltage range and frequency


Efficiency

Charge current (A)

12/25
180-265 VAC 45-65 Hz

25
4-stage adaptive

Charge algorithm

yes

Can be used as power supply


Battery reverse polarity (fuse)

Protection

Output short circuit

Over temperature

-20 to +60C (full rated output up to 40C)

Operating temp. range

Up to 100 %

Humidity

Short circuit proof, current limit 0,5 A


Output voltage: max one volt lower than main output

Start interrupt option (Si)

ENCLOSURE
aluminium (blue RAL 5012)

Material & Colour

Black and red cable of 1,5 meter

Battery-connection

Cable of 1,5 meter with CEE 7/7 plug

230 V AC-connection

IP67

Protection category
Weight (kg)
Dimensions (h x w x d in mm)

1,8

1,8

2,4

2,4

1,8

2,4

2,4

85 x 211 x 60

85 x 211 x 60

99 x 219 x 65

99 x 219 x 65

85 x 211 x 60

99 x 219 x 65

99 x 219 x 65

STANDARDS
Safety
Emission Immunity
Automotive Directive

EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29
EN 55014-1, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-3-2
EN 55014-2, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-3-3

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Blue Power Charger IP65

12 V 7/10/15 A

Input voltage range


Efficiency
Standby power consumption

Included

Charge voltage 'absorption'

Charge voltage 'float'

Charge voltage 'storage'

Clamps

Charge current
Low current mode
Temperature compensation
(lead-acid batteries only)
Can be used as power supply
Back current drain
Protection
Operating temp. range
Humidity (non condensing)

M8 eyelets

Battery-connection
230 V AC-connection
Protection category

Dimensions (h x w x d)
Safety
Emission
Immunity

180-265 VAC
94%

95%
0,5 W

Normal: 14,4 V
High: 14,7 V
Li-ion: 14,2 V
Normal: 13,8 V
High: 13,8 V
Li-ion: 13,5 V
Normal: 13,2 V
High: 13,2 V
Li-ion: 13,5 V
7 / 10 / 15 A
2/3/4A

Normal: 28,8 V
High: 29,4 V
Li-ion: 28,4 V
Normal: 27,6 V
High: 27,6 V
Li-ion: 27,0 V
Normal: 26,4 V
High: 26,4 V
Li-ion: 27,0 V
5/8A
2/3A

16 mV/C

32 mV/C

Yes
0,7 Ah/month (1 mA)
Reverse polarity Output short circuit
Over temperature
-30 to +50C (full rated output up to 30C)
(cables retain flexibility at low temperature)
Max 95 %
ENCLOSURE
Black and red cable of 1,5 meter with
20 A DC connector, clamps and M8 eyelets
Cable of 1,5 meter with
CEE 7/17, BS 1363 plug (UK) or AS/NZS 3112 plug
IP65 (splash and dust proof)
0,9 kg
0,9 kg
12/7: 47x95x190mm
24/5: 47x95x190mm
0ther: 60x105x190mm
24/8: 60x105x190mm
STANDARDS
EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29
EN 55014-1, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-3-2
EN 55014-2, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-3-3

www.victronenergy.com
Customer support: sales@victronenergy.com

Optional

Fused clamps

40

Fused M6 eyelets

Extension cord

Autoplug

Energy. Anytime. Anywhere.

Weight

24 V 5/8 A

blue power charger


IP65

The professionals choice

5
Year

WARRANTY

Water, dust and chemical resistant


Seven step smart charge algorithm
Recovery of fully discharged deadbatteries
Automatic power supply function
Severe cold performance: down to -30C
Several other battery life enhancing features
Low power mode to charge smaller batteries
Li-ion battery mode

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Quick selection guide

Battery size
Model

Ah

CHARGE
TEST

20 - 50

12V/7A or 24V/5A

30 - 70

12V/10A or 24V/8A

50 - 90

12V/15A

BULK

ABSORPTION

FLOAT

STORAGE

Voltage
Current
OPT. RECONDITION

Reconditioning
A lead-acid battery that that has been insufficiently
charged or has been left discharged during days or
weeks will deteriorate due to sulfation. If caught in time,
sulfation can sometimes be partially reversed by charging the battery with low current up to a higher voltage.

Recovery function for fully


discharged batteries
Most reverse polarity protected chargers will not
recognize, and therefore not recharge a battery which
has been discharged to zero or nearly zero Volts. The
Blue Power Charger however will attempt to recharge
a fully discharged battery with low current and resume
normal charging once sufficient voltage has developed
across the battery terminals.

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Ultra high efficiency green battery charger


With up to 95% efficiency, these chargers generate up to four times
less heat when compared to the industry standard. And once the
battery is fully charged, power consumption reduces to 0,5 Watt,
some five to ten times better than the industry standard.

Durable, safe and silent


- Low thermal stress on the electronic components.
- Protection against ingress of dust, water and chemicals.
- Protection against overheating: the output current will reduce as
temperature increases up to 60C, but the charger will not fail.
- The chargers are totally silent: no cooling fan or any other
moving parts.
STORAGE

REFRESH

STORAGE

1 week

Storage mode: less corrosion of the positive plates


Even the lower float charge voltage that follows the absorption
period will cause grid corrosion. It is therefore essential to reduce
the charge voltage even further when the battery remains connected to the charger during more than 48 hours.

Temperature compensated charging


The optimal charge voltage of a lead-acid battery varies inversely
with temperature. The Blue Power IP65 Charger measures ambient
temperature during the test phase and compensates for temperature during the charge process. The temperature is measured again
when the charger is in low current mode during float or storage.
Special settings for a cold or hot environment are therefore not
needed.

Li-ion battery mode


The Blue Power Charger uses a specific charging algorithm for
Li-ion (LiFePO4) batteries, with automatic Li-ion under voltage
protection reset.

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Centaur charger 12/24V


Quality without compromise
Aluminium epoxy powder coated cases with drip shield and stainless steel fixings withstand the rigors of an
adverse environment: heat, humidity and salt air.
Circuit boards are protected with an acrylic coating for maximum corrosion resistance.
Temperature sensors ensure that power components will always operate within specified limits, if needed by
automatic reduction of output current under extreme environmental conditions.
Universal 90-265V AC input voltage range and also suitable for DC supply (AC-DC and DC-DC operation)
All models will operate without any adjustment needed over a 90 to 265 Volt input voltage range, whether
50 Hz or 60 Hz.
The chargers also accept a 90-400V DC supply.
Three outputs that each can supply the full output current
Three isolated outputs to simultaneously charge 3 battery banks
Each output is capable to supply the full rated current.
Centaur
Battery Charger 24 30

Three stage charging, with temperature compensation


The Centaur charges at bulk rate until the output has reduced to 70 % of the rated Amps, at which a 4 hour
timer begins. After the timed period the charger switches to float rate.
An internal temperature sensor is used to compensate the charge voltage with 2 mV/C ( 1 mV/F) per cell.
A dip switch is available to select the optimum charge/float voltages for Flooded Lead-acid, Gel or AGM
batteries.
Learn more about batteries and battery charging
To learn more about batteries and charging batteries (including the pros and cons of multi bank charging and
intelligent charging), please refer to our book Electricity on Board (available free of charge from Victron Energy
and downloadable from www.victronenergy.com).
Application example

Charge curve
U (V)
30

28,5 V
27,2 V

28
26

I (A)
50
40
30
20
10
0

44

bulk

absorption (4 h)

24

float

Centaur charger 12/24V


Centaur Charger

12/20

12/30
24/16

12/40

12/50

Input voltage (V AC)

90 265

Input voltage (V DC)

90 400

Input frequency (Hz)

45 65

Power factor

12/100
24/60

60 / 30

80 / 40

100 / 60

240 - 600
120 - 300

320 - 800
160 - 400

400 - 1000
240 - 600

M8 studs

M8 studs

14,3 / 28,5 (1)


13,5 / 27,0 (1)

Output banks

3
20

30 / 16

40

50

Total output ammeter

Yes

Charge characteristic
Recommended battery
capacity (Ah)

12/80
24/40

Charge voltage
absorption (V DC)
Charge voltage float
(V DC)
Charge current (A) (2)

12/60
24/30

IUoU (Three stage charging)


80 - 200

120 - 300
45 - 150

Temperature sensor

160 - 400

200 - 500

Internal, - 2mV / C (- 1mV / F) per cell

Forced cooling

Yes, temperature and current controlled fan

Protection

Output short circuit, over temperature

Operating temp. range

- 20 to 60C (0 - 140F)

Ignition protected

Yes

Humidity (non condensing)

max 95%
ENCLOSURE

Material & Colour


Battery-connection

aluminium (blue RAL 5012)


M6 studs

M6 studs

AC-connection

M8 studs

Protection category
Weight kg (lbs)
Dimensions hxwxd in mm
(hxwxd in inches)

M8 studs

M8 studs

screw-clamp 4 mm (AWG 6)
IP 21
3,8 (8.4)

3,8 (8.4)

5 (11)

5 (11)

5 (11)

12 (26)

12 (26)

355x215x110
(14.0x8.5x4.3)

355x215x110
(14.0x8.5x4.3)

426x239x135
(16.8x9.4x5.3)

426x239x135
(16.8x9.4x5.3)

426x239x135
(16.8x9.4x5.3)

505x255x130
(19.9x10.0x5.2)

505x255x130
(19.9x10.0x5.2)

STANDARDS
Safety

EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29, UL 1236

Emission Immunity

EN 55014-1, EN 61000-3-2

Automotive Directive
EN 55014-2, EN 61000-3-3
1) Standard setting. Optimum charge/float voltages for Flooded Lead-acid, Gel-Cell or AGM batteries selectable by dip switch.
2) Up to 40 C (100 F) ambient. Output will reduce to approximately 80 % of nominal at 50 C (120 F) and 60 % of nominal at 60 C (140F).

Installation made easy


1.

BMV-700 Battery Monitor

Battery Alarm

The BMV-700 Battery Monitor features an


advanced microprocessor control system
combined with high resolution measuring
systems for battery voltage and
charge/discharge current. Besides this, the
software includes complex calculation
algorithms, like Peukerts formula, to exactly
determine the state of charge of the battery.
The BMV-700 selectively displays battery
voltage, current, consumed Ah or time to go.

An excessively high or low


battery voltage is indicated by an
audible and visual alarm.

2.

Fasten the separate mounting


plate (A) to the wall where you
want to place the battery charger,
and simply hook up the Centaur.
Secure the bottom of the backside
(B) to the wall.

45

Phoenix battery charger 12/24V


Adaptive 4-stage charge characteristic: bulk absorption float storage
The Phoenix charger features a microprocessor controlled adaptive battery management system that can be
preset to suit different types of batteries. The adaptive feature will automatically optimise the process relative
to the way the battery is being used.
The right amount of charge: variable absorption time
When only shallow discharges occur (a yacht connected to shore power for example) the absorption time is kept
short in order to prevent overcharging of the battery. After a deep discharge the absorption time is
automatically increased to make sure that the battery is completely recharged.

Phoenix charger
12V 30A

Preventing damage due to excessive gassing: the BatterySafe mode (see fig. 2 below)
If, in order to quickly charge a battery, a high charge current in combination with a high absorption voltage has
been chosen, the Phoenix charger will prevent damage due to excessive gassing by automatically limiting the
rate of voltage increase once the gassing voltage has been reached (see the charge curve between 14,4 V and
15,0 V in fig. 2 below).
Less maintenance and aging when the battery is not in use: the Storage mode (see fig. 1 & 2 below)
The storage mode kicks in whenever the battery has not been subjected to discharge during 24 hours. In the
storage mode float voltage is reduced to 2,2 V/cell (13,2 V for 12 V battery) to minimise gassing and corrosion of
the positive plates. Once a week the voltage is raised back to the absorption level to equalize the battery. This
feature prevents stratification of the electrolyte and sulphation, a major cause of early battery failure.
To increase battery life: temperature compensation
Every Phoenix charger comes with a battery temperature sensor. When connected, charge voltage will
automatically decrease with increasing battery temperature. This feature is especially recommended for sealed
batteries and/or when important fluctuations of battery temperature are expected.
Battery voltage sense
In order to compensate for voltage loss due to cable resistance, Phoenix chargers are provided with a voltage
sense facility so that the battery always receives the correct charge voltage.
Universal 90-265V AC input voltage range and also suitable for DC supply (AC-DC and DC-DC operation)
The chargers will accept a 90-400V DC supply.

Phoenix charger
24V 25A

Computer interface
Every Phoenix Charger is ready to communicate with a computer through its RS-485 data port. Together with
our VEConfigure software, which can be downloaded free of charge from our website www.victronenergy.com
and the data link MK1b (see accessories), all parameters of the chargers can be customised.
Learn more about batteries and battery charging
To learn more about batteries and charging batteries, please refer to our book Energy Unlimited (available free
of charge from Victron Energy and downloadable from www.victronenergy.com). For more information about
adaptive charging please look under Technical Information on our website.

Charge curves: up to the gassing voltage (fig.1), and exceeding the gassing voltage (fig.2)
U (V)
15

U (V)

14,4 V

14,4 V

15

46

storage
(1 week)

12

storage
(1 week)

I (A)

bulk

50
40

20

20

float
(24 h)

13

30

30

10

15,0V

14,4 V

Fig. 1

10
0

Fig. 2

14,0 V
13,2 V

float
(24 h)

storage
(1 week)

absorption (1 h)

40

13,2 V

absorption (0,25 - 4 h)

bulk

50

14,0 V
absorption (1 h)

12

absorption (0,25 - 4 h)

13

I (A)

15,0V

14,4 V

14

14

storage
(1 week)

Phoenix battery charger 12/24V


Phoenix Charger

12/30

12/50

Input voltage range (V AC)

90-265

Input voltage range (V DC)

90-400

Frequency (Hz)

45-65

Power factor

24/16

24/25

Charge voltage 'absorption' (V DC)

14,4

14,4

28,8

28,8

Charge voltage 'float' (V DC)

13,8

13,8

27,6

27,6

Storage mode (V DC)

13,2

13,2

26,4

26,4

Charge current house batt. (A) (2)

30

50

16

25

Charge current starter batt. (A)

Charge characteristic

4 stage adaptive

Battery capacity (Ah)

100-400

200-800

100-200

100-400

Temperature sensor

Can be used as power supply

Forced cooling

Protection (1)

a,b,c,d

Operating temp. range

-20 to 60C (0 - 140F)

Humidity (non condensing)

max 95%
ENCLOSURE

Material & Colour

aluminium (blue RAL 5012)

Battery-connection

M6 studs

AC-connection

screw-clamp 4 mm (AWG 11)

Protection category

IP 21

Weight kg (lbs)

3,8 (8)

Dimensions (hxwxd in mm and inches)

350x200x108 mm (13.8x7.9x4.3 inch)


STANDARDS

Safety

EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29

Emission Immunity

EN 55014-1, EN 61000-3-2,

Automotive Directive

EN 55014-2, EN 61000-3-3

Vibration
1) Protection key:
a) Output short circuit
b) Battery reverse polarity detection

Battery Alarm
An excessively high or low battery
voltage is indicated by an audible
and visual alarm, and potential free
contacts.

IEC68-2-6:10-150Hz/1.0G
2) Up to 40 C (100 F) ambient
c) Battery voltage too high
d) Temperature too high

Phoenix Charger Control


The PCC panel provides remote
control and monitoring of the
charge process with LED indication
of the charger status. In addition,
the remote panel also offers output
current adjustment that can be used
to limit the output current and thus
the power drawn from the AC
supply. This is particularly useful
when operating the charger from
limited shore power or small
gensets. The panel can also be used
to change the battery charging
parameters.
The brightness of the LEDs is
automatically reduced during night
time. Connection to the charger is
with a standard UTP cable.

BMV 600S Battery Monitor


The BMV 600S Battery Monitor
features an advanced
microprocessor control system
combined with high resolution
measuring systems for battery
voltage and charge/discharge
current. Besides this, the software
includes complex calculation
algorithms, like Peukerts formula, to
exactly determine the state of
charge of the battery. The BMV 600S
selectively displays battery voltage,
current, consumed Ah or time to go.

47

Skylla-i battery charger 24V


Li-Ion ready
Skylla-i (1+1): two outputs to charge 2 battery banks
The Skylla-i (1+1) features 2 isolated outputs. The second output, limited to approximately 4 A and with a
slightly lower output voltage, is intended to top up a starter battery.
Skylla-i (3): three full current outputs to charge 3 battery banks
The Skylla-i (3) features 3 isolated outputs. All outputs can supply the full rated output current.
Rugged
Aluminium epoxy powder coated cases with drip shield and stainless steel fixings withstand the rigors of
an adverse environment: heat, humidity and salt air.
Circuit boards are protected with an acrylic coating for maximum corrosion resistance.
Temperature sensors ensure that power components will always operate within specified limits, if needed
by automatic reduction of output current under extreme environmental conditions.
Flexible
Next to a CAN bus (NMEA2000) interface, a rotary switch, DIP switches and potentiometers are available to
adapt the charge algorithm to a particular battery and its conditions of use.
Please refer to the manual for a complete overview of the possibilities
Skylla-i 24/100 (3)

Important features:
Synchronised parallel operation
Several chargers can be synchronised with the CAN bus interface. This is achieved by simply
interconnecting the chargers with RJ45 UTP cables. Please see the manual for details.
The right amount of charge for a lead-acid battery: variable absorption time
When only shallow discharges occur the absorption time is kept short in order to prevent overcharging of
the battery. After a deep discharge the absorption time is automatically increased to make sure that the
battery is completely recharged.
Preventing damage due to excessive gassing: the BatterySafe mode
If, in order to quickly charge a battery, a high charge current in combination with a high absorption voltage
has been chosen, the Skylla-i will prevent damage due to excessive gassing by automatically limiting the
rate of voltage increase once the gassing voltage has been reached
Less maintenance and aging when the battery is not in use: the Storage mode
The storage mode kicks in whenever the battery has not been subjected to discharge during 24 hours. In
the storage mode float voltage is reduced to 2,2 V/cell (26,4 V for 24 V battery) to minimise gassing and
corrosion of the positive plates. Once a week the voltage is raised back to the absorption level to refresh
the battery. This feature prevents stratification of the electrolyte and sulphation, a major cause of early
battery failure.

Skylla-i 24/100 (1+1)

To increase battery life: temperature compensation


Every Skylla-i comes with a battery temperature sensor. When connected, charge voltage will automatically
decrease with increasing battery temperature. This feature is especially recommended for sealed lead-acid
batteries and/or when important fluctuations of battery temperature are expected.
Battery voltage sense
In order to compensate for voltage loss due to cable resistance, the Skylla-i is provided with a voltage
sense facility so that the battery always receives the correct charge voltage.
Suitable for AC and DC supply (AC-DC and DC-DC operation)
The chargers also accept a DC supply.
Use as a power supply
As a result of the perfectly stabilized output voltage, the Skylla-i can be used as a power supply if batteries
or large buffer capacitors are not available.
Li-Ion (LiFePO4) ready
Simple charger on-off control can be implemented by connecting a relay or open collector optocoupler
output from a Li-Ion BMS to the remote control port of the charger. Alternatively complete control of
voltage and current can be achieved by connecting to the galvanically isolated CAN bus port.
Learn more about batteries and battery charging
To learn more about batteries and charging batteries, please refer to our book Energy Unlimited (available
free of charge from Victron Energy and downloadable from www.victronenergy.com).

48

Skylla-i battery charger 24V


Skylla-i

24/80 (1+1)

24/80 (3)

24/100 (1+1)

Input voltage (VAC)

24/100 (3)

230 V

Input voltage range (VAC)

185-265 V

Input voltage range (VDC)

180-350 V

Maximum AC input current @ 180 VAC

16 A

20 A

Frequency (Hz)

45-65 Hz

Power factor

0,98

Charge voltage 'absorption' (VDC) (1)

28,8 V

Charge voltage 'float' (VDC)

27,6 V

Charge voltage storage (VDC)

26,4 V

Charge current (A) (2)

80 A

Charge current starter batt. (A)

4A

3 x 80 A
n. a.

Charge algorithm

3 x 100 A

100 A

(max total output: 80A)

(max total output: 100A)

n. a.

7 stage adaptive

Battery capacity (Ah)

400-800 Ah

Charge algorithm, Li-Ion

500-1000 Ah

3 stage, with on-off control or CAN bus control

Temperature sensor

Yes

Can be used as power supply

Yes

Remote on-off port

Yes (can be connected to a Li-Ion BMS)

CAN bus communication port (VE.Can)

Two RJ45 connectors, NMEA2000 protocol, galvanically isolated

Synchronised parallel operation

Yes, with VE.Can

Alarm relay

DPST

AC rating: 240VAC/4A

Forced cooling

DC rating: 4A up to 35VDC, 1A up to 60VDC


Yes

Protection

Battery reverse polarity (fuse)

Operating temp. range

Output short circuit

Over temperature

-20 to 60C (Full output current up to 40C)

Humidity (non condensing)

max 95%
ENCLOSURE

Material & Colour

aluminium (blue RAL 5012)

Battery-connection

M8 bolts

230 VAC-connection

screw-clamp 10mm (AWG 7)

Protection category

IP 21

Weight kg (lbs)
Dimensions hxwxd in mm
(hxwxd in inches)

7 kg (16 lbs)
405 x 250 x 150 mm
(16.0 x 9.9 x 5.9 inch)
STANDARDS

Safety

EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29

Emission

EN 55014-1, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-3-2

Immunity
1) Output voltage range 20-36V.
Can be set with rotary switch or
potentiometers.

EN 55014-2, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-3-3


2) Up to 40C (100F) ambient.
Output will reduce to 80% at 50C, and to 60% at 60C.

BMV 600S Battery Monitor

Skylla-i Control

The BMV 600S Battery Monitor features an


advanced microprocessor control system
combined with high resolution measuring
systems for battery voltage and
charge/discharge current.
The software includes complex calculation
algorithms, like Peukerts formula, to exactly
determine the state of charge of the battery.
The BMV 600S selectively displays battery
voltage, battery current, consumed Ah or
time to go.

The Skylla-i Control panel provides remote


control and monitoring of the charge process
with LED status indication. In addition, the
remote panel also offers input current
adjustment that can be used to limit the input
current and thus the power drawn from the AC
supply. This is particularly useful when
operating the charger from limited shore
power or small gensets. The panel can also be
used to change several battery charging
parameters.
Several control panels can be connected to
one charger or to a set of synchronised and
parallel connected chargers.

49

Skylla TG charger 24/48V 230V


Perfect chargers for any type of battery
Charge voltage can be precisely adjusted to suit any sealed or unsealed battery system.
In particular, sealed maintenance free batteries must be charged correctly in order to ensure a long service life.
Overvoltage will result in excessive gassing and venting of a sealed battery. The battery will dry out and fail.
Suitable for AC and DC supply (AC-DC and DC-DC operation)
Except for the 3 phase input models, the chargers also accept a DC supply.
Controlled charging
Every TG charger has a microprocessor, which accurately controls the charging in three steps. The charging
process takes place in accordance with the IUoUo characteristic and charges more rapidly than other processes.

Skylla TG 24 50

Use of TG chargers as a power supply


As a result of the perfectly stabilized output voltage, a TG charger can be used as a power supply if batteries or
large buffer capacitors are not available.
Two outputs to charge 2 battery banks (24V models only)
The TG chargers feature 2 isolated outputs. The second output, limited to approximately 4 A and with a slightly
lower output voltage, is intended to top up a starter battery.
To increase battery life: temperature compensation
Every Skylla TG charger comes with a battery temperature sensor. When connected, charge voltage will
automatically decrease with increasing battery temperature. This feature is especially recommended for sealed
batteries which otherwise might be overcharged and dry out due to venting.
Battery voltage sense
In order to compensate for voltage loss due to cable resistance, TG chargers are provided with a voltage sense
facility so that the battery always receives the correct charge voltage.
Learn more about batteries and battery charging
To learn more about batteries and charging batteries, please refer to our book Energy Unlimited (available free
of charge from Victron Energy and downloadable from www.victronenergy.com).

Skylla TG 24 50 3 phase

Charge curve

Application example

Skylla TG 24 100
U (V)
30

28,5 V
26,5 V

28
26

40
30
20
10
0

50

bulk

float
(20 h)

absorption (30 m)

50

absorption (4 h)

24
I (A)

float
(20 h)

Skylla TG charger 24/48v 230V


24/30 TG
24/50 TG

Skylla
Input voltage (V AC)

24/50 TG
3 phase

24/80 TG

24/100 TG
3 phase

24/100 TG

48/25 TG

48/50 TG

230

3 x 400

230

230

3 x 400

230

230

Input voltage range (V AC)

185-264

320-450

185-264

185-264

320-450

185-264

185-264

Input voltage range (V DC)

180-400

n. a.

180-400

180-400

n. a.

180-400

180-400

Frequency (Hz)

45-65

Power factor

Charge voltage 'absorption' (V DC)

28,5

28,5

28,5

28,5

28,5

57

57

Charge voltage 'float' (V DC)

26,5

26,5

26,5

26,5

26,5

53

53

30 / 50

50

80

100

100

25

50

n. a.

n. a.

150-500

250-500

400-800

500-1000

125-250

250-500

5,5 (12.1)
365x250x147
(14.4x9.9x5.8)

10 (12.1)
365x250x257
(14.4x9.9x10.1)

Charge current house batt. (A) (2)


Charge current starter batt. (A)
Charge characteristic

IUoUo (three step)

Battery capacity (Ah)

500-1000

Temperature sensor

Can be used as power supply


Remote alarm

Potential free contacts 60V / 1A (1x NO and 1x NC)

Forced cooling

Protection (1)

a,b,c,d

Operating temp. range

-20 to 60C (0 - 140F)

Humidity (non condensing)

max 95%
ENCLOSURE

Material & Colour

aluminium (blue RAL 5012)

Battery-connection

M8 studs

230 V AC-connection

screw-clamp 2,5 mm (AWG 6)

Protection category
Weight kg (lbs)
Dimensions hxwxd in mm
(hxwxd in inches)

IP 21
5,5 (12.1)
365x250x147
(14.4x9.9x5.8)

13 (28)
365x250x257
(14.4x9.9x10.1)

10 (22)
365x250x257
(14.4x9.9x10.1)
STANDARDS

10 (22)
365x250x257
(14.4x9.9x10.1)

23 (48)
515x260x265
(20x10.2x10.4)

Safety

EN 60335-1, EN 60335-2-29

Emission

EN 55014-1, EN 61000-3-2

Immunity

EN 55014-2, EN 61000-3-3

1) Protection
a. Output short circuit
b. Battery reverse polarity detection
2) Up to 40C (100F) ambient

c. Battery voltage too high


d. Temperature too high

BMV 600S Battery Monitor

Skylla Control

Charger Switch

Battery Alarm

The BMV 600S Battery Monitor features an advanced


microprocessor control system combined with high
resolution measuring systems for battery voltage and
charge/discharge current. Besides this, the software
includes complex calculation algorithms, like
Peukerts formula, to exactly determine the state of
charge of the battery. The BMV 600S selectively
displays battery voltage, current, consumed Ah or
time to go.

The Skylla Control allows you to alter the charge


current and see the system status. Altering the charge
current is useful if the shore power fuse is limited: the
AC current drawn by the battery charger can be
controlled by limiting the maximum output current,
thereby preventing the shore power fuse from
blowing.

A remote on-off switch

An excessively high or low battery voltage is


indicated by an audible and visual alarm.

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Orion DC/DC converters


Remote on-off connector on the high power models (see table below)
The remote on-off eliminates the need for a high current switch in the input wiring. The remote on-off can be operated with
a low power switch or by the engine run/stop switch (see manual).
All models with adjustable output can also be used as a battery charger
For example to charge a 12 Volt starter or accessory battery in an otherwise 24 V system.
Orion 24/12-5

All models with adjustable output can be paralleled to increase output current
Up to five units can be connected in parallel.
The Orion 12/27,6-12: a 24 V battery charger (see page 2)
To charge a 24 V battery from a 12 V system.
The output voltage of this model can be adjusted with a potentiometer
A super wide input range buck-boost regulator: the Orion 7-35/12-3 (see page 2)
The Orion 7-35/12-3 is an isolated converter with a very wide input range, suitable for both 12 V and 24 V systems, and a
fixed 12,6 V output.
Easy to install
Delivery includes four Insulated Fastons Female Crimp 6.3 mm (eight Fastons in case of the Orion 24/12-40).

Orion 24/12-17

Orion 24/12-25
Non isolated
converters
Input voltage range (V)
Undervoltage shutdown (V)
Undervoltage restart (V)

Orion 24/12-40

Orion 24/12-70

Orion
24/12-5

Orion
24/12-12

Orion
24/12-17

Orion
24/12-25

Orion
24/12-40

Orion
24/12-70

Orion
12/24-8

Orion
12/24-10

Orion
12/24-20

18-35

18-35

18-35

18-35

18-35

18-35

9-18

9-18

9-18

14

14

14

14

14

18

18

18

18

18

10

10

10

Output voltage
adjustable with potentiometer

no

no

no

yes

no

yes

no

yes

yes

Output voltage (V)

12

12

12

Adjustable
1015V

12

Adjustable
1015V

24

Adjustable
20-30V

Adjustable
20-30V

F set 26,4V

F set 26,4V

F set 13,2V

Efficiency (%)

92

95

94

96

95

92

95

95

93

Suitable to buffer-charge a battery

no

no

no

yes

no

yes

no

yes

yes

Can be connected in parallel

no

no

no

yes

no

yes

no

yes

yes

Continuous output current (A)

12

17

25

40

70

10

20

Max. Output current (A)

20

25

35

55

85

20

20

30

Fan assisted cooling (temp. controlled)

no

no

no

no

yes

yes

no

no

yes

Galvanic isolation

no

no

no

no

no

no

no

no

no

Off load current

< 5mA

< 7mA

< 7mA

< 15mA

< 20mA

< 20mA

< 10mA

< 15mA

< 30mA

Remote on-off

no

no

no

yes

yes

yes

no

no

yes

-20 to +55C

-20 to +55C

-20 to +55C

-20 to +55C

-20 to +55C

-20 to +55C

-20 to +55C

-20 to +55C

-20 to +55C

M6 bolts

Faston tabs
6.3 mm

Faston tabs
6.3 mm

M6 bolts

Operating temperature range


(derate 3% per C above 40C)
DC connection
Weight kg
(lbs)
Dimensions hxwxd in mm
(hxwxd in inches)
Standards: Safety
Emission
Immunity
Automotive Directive

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F set 13,2V

Faston tabs
6.3 mm

Faston tabs
6.3 mm

Faston tabs
6.3 mm

Faston tabs
6.3 mm

Double
Faston tabs
6.3 mm

0,2
(0.40)

0,3
(0.65)

0,3
(0.65)

0,7
(1.55)

0,85
(1.9)

0,9
(2.0)

0,4
(0.8)

0,4
(0.9)

0,9
(2.0)

45x90x65
(1.8x3.5x2.6)

45x90x100
(1.8x3.5x3.9)

45x90x110
(1.8x3.5x3.9)

65x88x160
(2.6x3.5x6.3)

65x88x185
(2.6x3.5x7.3)

65x88x195
(2.6x3.5x7.7)

45x90x115
(1.8x3.5x4.5)

45x90x125
(1.8x3.5x4,5)

65x88x195
(2.6x3.5x7.7)

EN 60950
EN 61000-6-3, EN 55014-1
EN 61000-6-2, EN61000-6-1, EN 55014-2
EN 50498

Orion DC/DC converters


Isolated converters

Orion xx/yy-100W

Orion xx/yy-200W

Orion xx/yy-360W

Power rating (W)

100
(12,5V/8A or 24V/4A)

200
(12,5V/16A or 24V/8A)

360
(12,5V/30A or 24V/15A)

Galvanic isolation

yes

yes

yes

25

30

30

no

yes

yes

Temperature increase after 30 minutes at


full load (C)
Fan assisted cooling
(temp. controlled)
Weight kg (lbs)
Dimensions hxwxd in mm
(hxwxd in inches)

0,5 (1.1)

0,6 (1.3)

1,4 (3.1)

49 x 88 x 152
(1.9 x 3.5 x 6.0)

49 x 88 x 182
(1.9 x 3.5 x 7.2)

64 x 163 x 160
(2.5 x 6.4 x 6.3)

Input voltage (xx): 12 V (9 18 V) or 24 V (20 35 V) or 48 V (30 60 V) or 96 V (60 120 V) or 110V (60 140V)
Output voltage (yy): 12,5 V, 24 V or 48V

Isolated 24V battery charger: Orion 12/27,6-12


Input 9 18 V, output 27,6 V, current limit 12 A, fan assisted cooling
Output voltage adjustable with potentiometer
Weight 1,4 kg (3.1 lbs), dimensions 64 x 163 x 160 mm (2.5 x 6.4 x 6.3 inch)
Isolated buck-boost regulator: Orion 7-35/12-3
Input 7 35 V, output 12,6 V current limit 3 A, derate current linearly from 3 A at 18 V to 1,5 A at 7 V
Weight 1,4 kg (3.1 lbs), dimensions 64 x 163 x 160 mm (2.5 x 6.4 x 6.3 inch)
Common Characteristics
Output voltage stability

2 % (Orion 12/24-7 and Orion 12/24-10: + 0% / - 5%)

Output voltage tolerance

3%

Output noise

< 50 mV rms

Off load current

< 25 mA (isolated converters)

Efficiency

Non isolated: appr. 92% Isolated: appr. 85%

Isolation

> 400 Vrms between input, output and case


(isolated products only)

Operating temperature

- 20 to + 40C (0 to 100F). Derate linearly to 0 A at 70C (160F)

Humidity

Max 95% non condensing

Casework

Anodised aluminum

Connections

6.3 mm (2.5 inch) push-on flat blade connectors

Protection: Overcurrent
Overheating
Reverse polarity connection
Overvoltage
Standards: Safety
Emission
Immunity
Automotive Directive

Short circuit proof


Reduction of output voltage
Fuse and reverse connected diode across input
Varistor (also protects against load dump)
EN 60950
EN 61000-6-3, EN 55014-1
EN 61000-6-2, EN61000-6-1, EN 55014-2
EN 50498

Orion isolated 100W

Orion isolated 360W

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Orion IP67 24/12 DC-DC converter


Completely encapsulated: waterproof, shockproof and ignition protected
Water, oil or dirt will not damage the Orion IP67 DC-DC converter. The casing is made of cast aluminium
and the electronics are moulded in resin.
Extra-long input and output cables
Thanks to the cables of 1.8 meters in length, intermediate cable interconnections to increase length even
more will in most cases not be needed. This is an important reliability increasing feature in an area were
IP67 protection grade is needed.
Wide input voltage range
With 15 to 40 Volts input range, a stable output is ensured during surges or sags due to other equipment
connected to same battery.
Protected against overheating
Can be used in a hot environment such as a machine room.
Orion IP67 24/12-17

Orion IP67

24/12-4

24/12-10

Input voltage range

15-40 VDC

Under voltage shutdown

13 V

Under voltage restart


No load current at 24V

14 V
1 mA

20 mA

50 mA

12 V +/- 3%

12 V +/- 3%

12 V +/- 3%

Maximum continuous output current

4A

10 A

17 A

Efficiency

93%

93%

95%

DC output voltage

Ripple & Noise

Orion IP67 24/12-4


with 1,8 m cables

24/12-17

Operating temperature range


(derate 3% per C above 40C)
Overload protection

75 mV pp
-20 to +70C (full rated output up to 40C)
Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed

Short circuit proof


Protection against reverse polarity
connection

Yes
With external fuse or circuit breaker (not included)
ENCLOSURE

Material & Colour

Blank aluminium

Protection category

Aluminium (blue RAL 5012)


IP67

DC connection

Two input and two output cables, length 1,8 m

Cable cross section, input

0,8 mm (18 AWG)

1,5 mm (15 AWG)

1,5 mm (15 AWG)

Cable cross section, output

0,8 mm (18 AWG)

1,5 mm (15 AWG)

2,6 mm (13 AWG)

50 g

300 g

300 g

25 x 43 x 20 mm

74 x 74 x 32 mm

74 x 74 x 32 mm

Weight (kg)
Dimensions (h x w x d in mm)

STANDARDS
Safety
Emission Immunity
Automotive Directive
Vibration

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EN 60950
EN 61000-6-3, EN 55014-1
EN 55014-2, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2
IEC68-2-6: 10-150Hz/1.0G

Blue Power Panel


Blue Power Panel
The Blue Power Panel provides intuitive control for all devices connected to the VE.Net network. It can be used
to view and configure the full range of settings on VE.Net devices. Furthermore, its fully customizable overview
screens make it the ideal monitoring tool for your power system.
The BPP now features an integrated VE.Net to VE.Bus Converter (VVC). This allows you to combine the powerful
control of the VE Configure software with the simple interface of the BPP, without requiring a computer or
additional interface devices.

Blue Power Panel GX

BPP2 and BPP GX


The Blue Power Panel 2 and the Blue Power Panel GX almost have the same features. The difference between
the two models is the design and the mounting of the panel. The body of the GX panel is made of plastic, which
makes the panel lighter and adds a modern look to the panel. An extra advantage of the GX panel is the easy
mounting: the included mounting frame allows the user to mount the panel from either front or back side. Due
to the mounting frame, the mounting holes will no longer be in sight.
Features

Full control & monitoring of all connected VE.Net devices


Integrated VE.Net to VE.Bus Converter (VVC)
Real-time system status read-outs
Customizable overview screens
Special mounting frame for front or back side mounting (only GX-model)
Easy to install
Blue Power Panel GX

Blue Power Panel 2


Power supply voltage range

Blue Power Panel 2


9 70 V DC

Current draw @ 12 V (VVC disabled)


Standby

<1mA

Backlight off

55mA

Backlight on

70mA
Current draw @ 12 V (VVC enabled)

Standby

<1mA

Backlight off

70mA

Backlight on

85mA

Operating temp. range


Potential free contact

-20 +50C
3A/30VDC/250V AC (Normally Open)

ENCLOSURE
Material & Colour
Measurements front panel (w x h)
Measurements body (w x h)
Weight

plastic

aluminium
120 x 130 mm (Standard
PROS2 Panel)
100 x 110 mm
0.28 Kg

55

Color Control GX
Color Control GX
The Color Control provides intuitive control and monitoring for all products connected to it. The list
of Victron products that can be connected is endless: Inverters, Multis, Quattros, MPPT 150/70, BMV600, BMV-700, Skylla-i, Lynx Ion and even more.
VRM Online Portal
Besides monitoring and controlling products on the Color Control GX, the information is also
forwarded to our free remote monitoring website: the VRM Online Portal. To get an impression of the
VRM Online Portal, visit https://vrm.victronenergy.com/, and try our demo. See also the kWh
dashboard screenshot further down in this datasheet.
Future functionality
The Color Control has endless possibilities. To implement all our ideas and wishes will take years.
There are therefore many features that are not yet available. Functions marked with Future function
will become available later on, as a firmware update. Firmware updates are free of charge, as with all
Victron products. Updating the product is easy: the Color Control GX will update itself automatically,
as long as it is connected to the internet. Manual updates can be done with a USB stick and microSD
cards.
Supported products
Multis, including split-phase and three phase systems. Monitoring and control (on/off and
current limiter). Changing Multi settings is not yet available.
Quattros, including split-phase and three phase systems. Same limitations as Multis, and some
Quattro specific features, such as seeing which input is currently active, are not yet available.
BlueSolar MPPT 150/70. Current solar output is visible on the overview screen, and all
parameters are logged to the VRM online portal. Note that the VRM App has a nice overview
showing data of the BlueSolar MPPT 150/70 as well. When multiple BlueSolar MPPT 150/70s
are used in parallel, the Color Control will show all information as one. See also our blog-post
about synchronizing multiple MPPT 150/70 solar chargers.
BMV-600 family can be connected to the VE.Direct ports on the Color Control GX. Use the
VE.Direct to BMV60xS cable for that. See our pricelist.
BMV-700 family can be connected directly to the VE.Direct ports on the Color Control GX. Use
the VE.Direct Cable for this. See See our pricelist.
BlueSolar MPPT Solar Chargers with a VE.Direct port (70/15, 75/15, 100/15, 75/50) can also be
connected to the VE.Direct ports on the Color Control GX. Connecting multiple at the same
time is possible. They will all appear as a separate Solar Charger in the device list.
A USB GPS can be connected to the USB port. Location and speed will be visible on the display,
and the data is sent to the VRM Portal for tracking purposes. The map on VRM will show the
latest position. Implementation of more advanced racking features on the VRM Portal is
expected in 2014-Q1.
Lynx Ion BMS
Lynx Shunt VE.Can
Note that there are more options for products which use the VE.Direct ports, such as BMVs and
small MPPTs. They can also be connected through USB, useful when more than two products need
to be connected. Use an off-the-shelf USB-hub, and the VE.Direct to USB interface, ASS030530000.
Other highlights
When connected to the internet, the Color Control GX will update itself automatically as if
there is a new software version available. It checks for an update every night at 02:00 UTC.
Multiple languages: English, Chinese, German, Italian, Spanish, French, Swedish and Dutch.
Notes for existing VGR2 and VER users
Opposite to the Victron Global Remote 2 (VGR2) and Victron Ethernet Remote (VER), the Color
Control GX stores all data locally during network interruptions. As soon as the connection to
the VRM Online Portal is restored, it will automatically send all backlogged data to the portal.
Data can then be analyzed on https://vrm.victronenergy.com. This local storage feature can be
useful for diagnostics and problem solving as well: leave it for a couple of days in an
installation where there are problems, then take it back to the office and connect it to the
internet.
Remote VEConfigure is not yet supported by the Color Control GX. This functionality is
expected in 2014 Q1, and it will include support for changing Assistants and their settings,
which is not possible with the VGR2 and VER.
The local website, as present on the VER, is not yet supported.
The Color Control GX has no internal GPRS modem: you cannot insert a sim-card into the Color
Control GX. Support for VGR and VER connected through USB is coming in 2014-Q1. And we
are looking for a lower cost alternative as well. Note that you can always use an off-the-shelf
GPRS or 3G router. See FAQ for data consumption.

56

Color Control GX
Color Control GX
Power supply voltage range

9 70 V DC
12 V DC

24 V DC

0 mA

0 mA

0 mA

Display off

140 mA

80 mA

40 mA

Display at minimum intensity

160 mA

90 mA

45 mA

Display at maximum intensity

245 mA

125 mA

65 mA

Current draw
Switched off

Potential free contact

48 V DC

3A / 30V DC / 250V AC (Normally open)


Communication ports

VE.Direct

2 separate VE.Direct ports isolated

VE.Can

2 paralleled RJ45 sockets isolated

VE.Bus

2 paralleled RJ45 sockets isolated

USB
Ethernet

Modbus-TCP
JSON

2 USB Host ports not isolated


10/100/1000MB RJ45 socket isolated except shield
3rd party interfacing
Use Modbus-TCP to monitor and control all products
connected to the Color Control GX
Use the VRM JSON API to retrieve data from the VRM Portal
Other

Outer dimensions (h x w x d)

130 x 120 x 28 mm

Operating temperature range

-20 to +50 C

Overview - Multi with PV Inverter on output (Hub-2)

Main menu

Overview - Multi

Alarm notifications

Overview - Multi with MPPT 150/70

Tiles overview Hub-2 system

57

Color Control GX
VRM Portal Live feed

VRM Portal Consumption

58

Color Control GX
Color Control GX schematic diagram

Multi and Quattro


inverter/charger
Parallel, three-phase and
split-phase are also
supported by the CCGX.

MPPT 150/70 and


MPPT 150/85
Skylla-i
VE.Can RJ45
terminators

Alarm buzzer

Ethernet
Connect to internet router
Digital Multi
Control

Wifi
Connect to internet router

MPPT 75/15
upto 150/35

GPS

BMV-700 or BMV-60xS

USB stick
Used for manually updating firmware
and for data logging.

Potential free relay


Alarm signaling
(available)

To battery

Generator start/stop or as a
remote controllable switch.
(future function)

Not used
microSD Card
Used for manually updating firmware and for
data logging. The slot is accessible from the
front when the Color Control GX is mounted in a
panel.

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Cyrix-ct 12/24 V 120 A and 230 A


Intelligent battery monitoring to prevent unwanted switching
Some battery combiners (also called voltage controlled relay, or split charge relay) will disconnect a battery in case of a
short but high amperage load. A battery combiner also may fail to connect a large but discharged battery bank because
the DC voltage immediately drops below the disengage value once the batteries are connected.
The software of the Cyrix-ct 12/24 does more than simply connect and disconnect based on battery voltage and with a
fixed time delay. The Cyrix-ct 12/24 looks at the general trend (voltage increasing or decreasing) and reverses a previous
action only if the trend has reversed during a certain period of time. The time delay depends on the voltage deviation
from the trend.
(for Battery Combiners with multiple engage/disengage profiles, please see the Cyrix-i 400)
Long bolts to allow connection of more than one power cable
Cyrix 12/24-120: 13 mm (M6)
Cyrix 12/24-230: 16 mm (M8)
Protection against overheating (due to a long duration overload for ex.)
The Cyrix will disengage in case of excessive contact temperature, and re-engage again after it has cooled down.

Cyrix-ct 12/24-120

LED status indication (Cyrix 12/24 230 only)


LED on: engaged
LED 10 s flash: disengaged
LED 2 s flash: connecting
LED 2 s blink: disconnecting
LED 0,25 s blink: alarm (over temperature; voltage > 16 V; both batteries < 10 V; one battery < 2 V)
(multiply by two for 24 V)
12/24V auto ranging
The Cyrix-ct 12/24 automatically detects system voltage.
No voltage loss
Cyrix battery combiners are an excellent replacement for diode isolators. The main feature is that there is virtually no
voltage loss so that the output voltage of alternators or battery chargers does not need to be increased.

LED status indicator

Cyrix-ct 12/24-230

Prioritising the starter battery


In a typical setup the alternator is directly connected to the starter battery. The accessory battery, and possibly also a
bow thruster and other batteries are each connected to the starter battery with Cyrix battery combiners. When a Cyrix
senses that the starter battery has reached the connect voltage it will engage, to allow for parallel charging of the other
batteries.
Bidirectional voltage sensing and power supply from both batteries
The Cyrix senses the voltage of both connected batteries. It will therefore also engage if for example the accessory
battery is being charged by a battery charger.
The Cyrix-ct 12/24 has a dual power supply. It will therefore also close if the voltage on one battery is too low to operate
the Cyrix.
In order to prevent unexpected operation during installation or when one battery has been disconnected, the Cyrix-ct
12/24 will not close if the voltage on one of the two battery connections is lower than 2V (12V battery) or 4V (24V
battery).

Control cable for


Cyrix-ct 12/24-230
Length: 1 m

Parallel connection in case of emergency (Start Assist)


The Cyrix can also be engaged with a push button (Cyrix remains engaged during 30 seconds) or a switch to connect
batteries in parallel manually.
This is especially useful in case of emergency when the starter battery is discharged or damaged.

Cyrix battery combiner


LED status indication
Continuous current
Cranking rating (5 seconds)
Connect voltage
Disconnect voltage
Current consumption when open
Current consumption when closed
Start Assist
Control cable included (length 1 m)
Protection category
Weight kg (lbs)
Dimensions h x w x d in mm
(h x w x d in inches)

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Cyrix-ct 12/24-120

Cyrix-ct 12/24-230

No
Yes
120 A
230 A
180 A
500 A
From 13V to 13,8V and 26 to 27,6V
with intelligent trend detection
From 11V to 12,8V and 22 to 25,7V
with intelligent trend detection
<4 mA
12 V : 220 mA
24 V : 120 mA
12 V : 320 mA
24 V : 180 mA
Yes (Cyrix remains engaged during 30 seconds)
No
Yes
IP54
0,11 (0.24)
0,27 (0.6)
46 x 46 x 80
65 x 100 x 50
(1.8 x 1.8 x 3.2)
(2.6 x 4.0 x 2.0)

Cyrix-ct 12/24 V 120 A and 230 A


Connect (V)

Delay

Disconnect (V)

Delay

V 13 V
13,0 V V 13,2 V

Remains open
10 min

 11 V
11,0 V  12,0 V

0 sec
1 sec

13,2 V V 13,4 V

5 min

12,0 V V 12,2 V

10 sec

13,4 V V 13,6 V
13,6 V V 13,8 V

1 min
4 sec

12,2 V V 12,4 V
12,4 V V 
12,8 V
16 V

30 sec
3 min
remains closed
over voltage disconnect

Approximate connect and disconnect delay


(multiply by two for a 24 V system)

Cyrix-ct 12/24-120: connection diagram

Cyrix-ct 12/24-230: connection diagram

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Cyrix-i 400A 12/24V and 24/48V


New: intelligent battery monitoring to prevent unwanted switching
Some battery combiners will disconnect a battery in case of a short but high amperage load. A battery combiner
also may fail to connect a large but discharged battery bank because the DC voltage immediately drops below
the disengage value once the batteries are connected.
The software of the Cyrix-i does more than simply connect and disconnect based on battery voltage and with a
fixed time delay. The Cyrix-i looks at the general trend (voltage increasing or decreasing) and reverses a previous
action only if the trend has reversed during a certain period of time. The time delay depends on the voltage
deviation from the trend.
In addition, four switch timing profiles can be chosen (see back page).
Cyrix-i 24/48V 400A

12/24V and 24/48V auto ranging


The Cyrix-i automatically detects system voltage.
No voltage loss
Cyrix battery combiners are an excellent replacement for diode isolators. The main feature is that there is
virtually no voltage loss so that the output voltage of alternators or battery chargers does not need to be
increased.
Prioritising the starter battery
In a typical setup the alternator is directly connected to the starter battery. The accessory battery, and possibly
also a bow thruster and other batteries are each connected to the starter battery with Cyrix battery combiners.
When a Cyrix senses that the starter battery has reached the connect voltage it will engage, to allow for parallel
charging of the other batteries.
Bidirectional voltage sensing and power supply from both batteries
The Cyrix senses the voltage of both connected batteries. It will therefore also engage if for example the
accessory battery is being charged by a battery charger.
The Cyrix-i has a dual power supply. It will therefore also close if the voltage on one battery is too low to operate
the Cyrix.
In order to prevent unexpected operation during installation or when one battery has been disconnected, the
Cyrix-i will not close if the voltage on one of the two battery connections is lower than 2V (12V battery), or 4V
(24V battery) or 8V (48V battery).
Parallel connection in case of emergency
The Cyrix can also be engaged with a push button (Cyrix remains engaged during 30s) or a switch to connect
batteries in parallel manually.
This is especially useful in case of emergency when the starter battery is discharged or damaged.

Model
Continuous current
Peak current
Input voltage 12/24V model
Input voltage 24/48V model
Connect/disconnect profiles
Over voltage disconnect
Current consumption when open
Emergency start
Micro switch for remote monitoring
Status indication
Weight kg (lbs)
Dimensions h x w x d in mm
(h x w x d in inches)

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Cyrix-i 12/24-400
Cyrix-i 24/48-400
400A
2000A during 1 second
8-36VDC
16-72VDC
See table
16V / 32 / 64V
4 mA
Yes, 30s
Yes
Bicolor LED
0,9 (2.0)
78 x 102 x 110
(3.1 x 4.0 x 4.4)

Cyrix-i 400A 12/24V and 24/48V


Profile 0
Connect (V)*
Less than13V

Disconnect (V)*
Remains open

More than 12,8V

Remains closed

Closes after

Opens after

13V

10 min

12,8V

10 min

13,2V

5 min

12,4V

5 min

13,4V

3 min

12,2V

1 min

13,6V

1 min

12V

4 sec

13,8V

4 sec

Less than 11V

Immediate

INVERTER
Profile 1
Connect (V)*

Disconnect (V)*

Less than 13,25V

Remains open

More than 12,75V

Remains closed

More than 13,25V

Closes after 30 sec

From 10,5V to 12,75V

Opens after 2 min

Less than 10,5V

Immediate

Profile 2
Connect (V)*
Less than13,2V
More than 13,2V

Disconnect (V)*
Remains open

More than 12,8V

Remains closed

Closes after 6 sec

From 10,5V to 12,8V

Opens after 30 sec

Less than 10,5V

Immediate

Profile 3
Connect (V)*
Less than13,25V

Disconnect (V)*
Remains open

More than 13,5V

Closes after

Remains closed
Opens after

13V

10 min

12,8V

30 min

13,2V

5 min

12,4V

12 min

13,4V

3 min

12,2V

2 min

13,6V

1 min

12V

1 min

13,8V

4 sec

Less than 10,5V

Immediate

NOTES
1) After connecting 3 times, the minimum time to reconnect is 1 minute (to prevent rattling)
2) The Cyrix will not connect if the voltage on one of the battery connections is less than 2V*. (to prevent unexpected switching during installation)
3) The Cyrix will always connect if the start assist is activated, as long as the voltage on one of the battery connections is sufficient to operate the Cyrix (approximately 10V*).
* Multiply voltage x2 for 24V systems and x4 for 48V systems

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Victron Global Remote 2 and Victron Ethernet Remote


Victron Global Remote 2: A GSM/GPRS modem
The Global Remote is a modem which sends alarms, warnings and system status reports to cellular phones via
text messages (SMS). It can also log data from Victron Battery Monitors, Multis, Quattros and Inverters to a
website through a GPRS connection. The usage of this website is free of charge.
Victron Ethernet Remote: A GSM/GPRS modem with Ethernet connection
The Ethernet Remote has the same functions as the Global Remote. An extra function of the Ethernet Remote is
that it can connect with LAN, due to a special cable. In this way, the Ethernet Remote can be connected to the
internet without a SIM-card.
Simple and easy to use
The idea is simple: you can use it to get SMS alarms from a Multi, a Battery System, or both. When monitoring
the usage of batteries, it can be extremely helpful to receive under and overvoltage alarms; whenever they
occur. For this purpose, the Global Remote is perfect. A prepaid SIM-card (for example) in combination with the
Global Remote is adequate for remotely monitoring your system.
Connections Global Remote
The Global Remote has two serial connections. The can be used to connect to a VE.Bus Multi/Quattro/Inverter
unit or system. This connection needs a MK2 which is supplied with the VGR. The other connection is to
connect a BMV-600S or BMV-602S Battery Monitor. To connect it to a BMV you will also need the connection kit
accessory which needs to be purchased separately. The Global Remote also has a connection for an optional
accessory, the VGR IO Extender.

Victron Global Remote 2

Connections Ethernet Remote


The Ethernet Remote has one serial connection. This can be used to connect to a VE.Bus Multi/Quattro/Inverter
unit or system, or a BMV Battery Monitor. To connect it to a BMV you will also need the connection kit
accessory which needs to be purchased separately.
Advanced usage: Monitoring historic data
Taking it one step further, an internet browser and -connection is all you need to view all of the data online.
You can simply create an account on the website and add your modem(s). Subsequently you can configure the
GPRS connection, which will enable you to monitor the historic data of several basic properties such as system
voltages, power levels and status information. All of this data is graphed. These graphs are available in daily,
weekly and monthly timeframes.

Victron Ethernet Remote

VRM Online Portal


The information from the VGR and VER is forwarded to our free remote monitoring website: the VRM Online
Portal. To get an impression of the VRM Online Portal, visit https://vrm.victronenergy.com/, and try our demo.
The portal is free of charge.

Victron Ethernet Remote

Victron Global Remote

Database
GSM/ GPRS
Network

GSM/GPRS
Network

Database

Internet

LAN

Battery Monitor

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Quattro

Battery Monitor

Router

Quattro

Victron Global Remote 2 and Victron Ethernet Remote


Victron Global Remote 2
Victron Ethernet Remote
Connect VE.Bus Multi/Quattro/Inverter unit/system
Connect BMV-602 Battery Monitor
GENERAL
5.5 to 32VDC
0.48A at 5.5VDC
90mA at 12VDC and 50mA at 24 VDC
-30 to 75 C. / -22 to 167 F.
ENCLOSURE
73 x 54.5 x 25.5 mm / 2.9 x 2.1 x 1 inch
89 grams / 3.1 ounces
Aluminium
Two aluminum mounting bridles
GSM / GPRS
Depends on usage
50 Ohm SMA
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Included
Included
n.a.
Included
With inline fuse
Included
Included
Included
Included
Included
Included
Included
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES (NOT INCLUDED, TO BE ORDERED SEPARATELY)
Compatible
Compatible
Compatible
Not compatible
Compatible
Compatible

Serial connection (Mk2.2a included)


Serial connection (BMV-602 Datalink not included)
Power supply voltage range
Current draw (max.)
Current draw (connected to GSM network)
Operating temperature range
Dimensions VGR Modem (hxwxd)
Weight VGR Modem
Body
Installation
GPRS data usage
Antenna connection
GSM antenna
Ethernet attachment
Battery cable
Y-cable for serial and IO Extender connection
Male DB15 to female DB9 cable
MK2 interface
Global Remote to BMV-60xS conn. kit
VGR IO Extender
Global Remote Antenna

BMV-600S and 602S


The BMV-600S and 602S are
our newest high precision
battery monitors. The
essential function of a battery
monitor is to calculate
ampere-hours consumed as
well as the state of charge of a
battery. Ampere-hours
consumed are calculated by
integrating the current
flowing in or out of the
battery.

Victron Global Remote


to BMV-60xS conn. kit

MultiPlus
Inverter/Charger

Cable kit required to connect


the BMV-60xS and the Victron
Global Remote. BMV 60xS
Data Link included.

The MultiPlus is a powerful


true sine wave inverter, a
sophisticated battery charger
that features adaptive charge
technology, and a high-speed
AC transfer switch in a single
compact enclosure.

Phoenix Inverter
Pure sinwave output, high
peak power and high
efficiency. Combined high
frequency and line frequency
technologies ensure the best
of both worlds.

Quattro
Inverter/Charger
The Quattro can be connected
to two independent AC
sources, for example shoreside power and a generator,
or two generators. The
Quattro will automatically
connect to the active source.

Example of graph available on https://vrm.victronenergy.com

Global Remote Antenna


The Global Remote Antenna is an optional
accessory to improve the reception of the
Victron Global Remote. The Global Remote
Antenna replaces the standard antenna
that is included with the Global Remote.
The antenna is an outdoor 4dBi Gain
antenna for stationary usage. A standard
5m low loss coax cable and wall-mount is
included.
Specifications:
Frequency:

Vertically polarized
Antenna length:
Antenna diameter:
Impedance:
Connector:

900 (2dBi) / 1800 &


1900-1990 and
1990-2200 and
2400Mhz
24cm
1,8cm
50
SMA-M connector

Note that it is not possible to combine the Global Remote or Ethernet Remote with one of the
following products in a VE.Bus system:
VE.Net to VE.Bus Converter
Blue Power Panel 2
Blue Power Panel GX
VE.Bus to NMEA2000 interface
Combining with the Digital Multi Control, VE.Bus Multi Control or Phoenix Inverter Control is possible.

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BMV-600 series: precision battery monitoring


Precision monitoring
The essential function of a battery monitor is to calculate ampere-hours consumed and the state of
charge of a battery. Ampere-hours consumed is calculated by integrating the current flowing in or out of
the battery. In case of a constant current, this integration is equivalent to current multiplied by time. A
discharge current of 10A during 2 hours, for example, amounts to 20Ah consumed. All our battery
monitors are based on a powerful microprocessor, programmed with the algorithms needed for
precision monitoring.

BMV 600S

BMV bezel square

Standard information and alarms


- Battery voltage (V).
- Battery charge/discharge current (A).
- Ampere-hours consumed (Ah).
- State of charge (%).
- Time to go at the current rate of discharge.
- Visual and audible alarm: over- and under voltage, and/or battery discharged.
- Programmable alarm or generator start relay.
BMV 600S: low cost ultra high resolution monitor
- Highest resolution: 10mA (0,01A) with 500A shunt.
- Can be used with 50, 60 or 100mV shunts, current rating from 100A to 1000A
- Lowest current consumption: 4mA @12V and 3mA @ 24V.
- Easiest to wire: the BMV 600S comes with shunt, 10 meter RJ 12 UTP cable and 2 meter battery cable
with fuse; no other components needed.
- Easiest to install: separate front bezel for square or round appearance; ring for rear mounting and
screws for front mounting.
- Broadest voltage range: 9.5 95 VDC without prescaler needed.
- Communication port (Isolated RS232 interface is needed to connect to a computer)
BMV 602S: two batteries
In addition to all the features of the BMV600S, the BMV602S can measure the voltage of a second battery.
A version with a black front bezel (BMV 602S Black) is also available.
BMV 600HS: 70 to 350VDC voltage range
No prescaler needed. Note: suitable for systems with grounded minus only (battery monitor is not
isolated from shunt).

BMV shunt 500A/50mV


With quick connect pcb

Optional Isolated RS232 communication interface and software


(for all BMV models) Displays all information on a computer and loads charge/discharge data in an Excel
file for graphical display. The BMV models feature a very simple protocol that can be used for integration
into other systems.
VE.Net Battery Controller: any number of batteries
- One VE.Net panel or Blue Power panel will connect to any number of battery controllers.
- Comes with 500A/50mV shunt and can be programmed for 50, 60 or 100mV shunts, current rating from
100A to 10.000A.
- With use, abuse and data memory.
- Temperature sensor and connection kit included.
High voltage VE.Net Battery Controller: 70 to 350VDC
No prescaler needed. Note: RJ45 connectors are galvanically isolated from Controller and shunt.

BMV 602S Black

Example of a battery charge


curve recorded with a BMV 602
and VEBat software

VE.Net Battery Controller

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BMV-600 series: precision battery monitoring


VE. Net
High Voltage Battery
Controller
70 - 350 VDC

BMV 600S

BMV 602S &


BMV 602S BLACK

BMV 600HS

VE. Net
Battery Controller

Power supply voltage range

9.5 - 90 VDC

9.5 - 90 VDC

70 350 VDC

7 - 75 VDC

Current draw, back light off

< 4 mA

< 4 mA

< 4 mA

< 5 mA

< 4 mA

Input voltage range (VDC)

9.5 - 95 VDC

9.5 - 95 VDC

70 350 VDC

0 - 75 VDC

0 350 VDC

Battery monitor

Battery capacity (Ah)

20 - 9999 Ah

Operating temperature range

20 - 60000 Ah
-20 +50C (0 - 120F)

Measures voltage of second battery

No

Yes

Yes

No

Communication port

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes (VE.Net)

Potential free contacts

60V/1A (N/O)
RESOLUTION (with a 500 A shunt)

Current

0,01 A

0,1 A

Voltage

0,01 V

Amp hours

0,1 Ah

State of charge (0 100 %)

0,1 %

Time to go

1 min

Temperature (0 - 50C or 30 - 120F)

n. a.

Accuracy of current measurement

1C ( 1F)
0,3 %

Accuracy of voltage measurement

0,4 %
INSTALLATION & DIMENSIONS

Installation
Front
Front bezel

Flush mount

DIN rail

63 mm diameter

22 X 75 mm (0.9 x 2.9 inch)

69 x 69 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inch)

n. a.

Body diameter

52mm (2.0 inch)

n. a.

Body depth

31mm (1.2 inch)

105 mm (4,1 inch)

ACCESSORIES
Shunt (included)

Supplied with 1 m cables

Temperature sensor

500 A / 50 mV
10 meter 6 core UTP with RJ12 connectors,
and cable with fuse for + connection
n. a.

Computer interface

optional

n.a.

Cables (included)

500 A / 50 mV

Supplied with 3 m cable

1) 7 75 VDC needed for VE.Net network power supply


2) HV version with shunt in plastic enclosure
3) HV version with shunt + Controller in plastic enclosure

Victron Global Remote


The Global Remote is a modem which sends alarms,
warnings and system status reports to cellular phones
via text messages (SMS). It can also log data from Victron
Battery Monitors, MultiPlus units, Quattros and Inverters
to a website through a GPRS connection. Access to this
website is free of charge.

Victron Global Remote to BMV 60xS


Connection Kit
Cable kit required to connect the BMV and the
Victon Global Remote. BMV 60xS Data Link
included.

1000A/50mV shunt

2000A/50mV shunt

For ease of use with BMV series: quick


connect pcb of standard 500A/50mV
shunt can be mounted on this shunt.

For ease of use with BMV series: quick


connect pcb of standard 500A/50mV shunt
can be mounted on this shunt.

Blue Power panel


The VE.Net Blue Power Panel is the panel that
connects to the VE.Net Battery Controller. The panel
can show the information of multiple batteries on one
display for simple and efficient monitoring of your
battery systems. For our other VE.Net products please
refer to our VE.Net datasheet.

BMV-602 Data Link with software


For all BMVs

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BMV 700 series: precision battery monitoring


Battery fuel gauge, time-to-go indicator, and much more
The remaining battery capacity depends on the ampere-hours consumed, discharge current, temperature
and the age of the battery. Complex software algorithms are needed to take all these variables into account.
Next to the basic display options, such as voltage, current and ampere-hours consumed, the BMV-700 series
also displays state of charge, time to go, and power consumption in Watts.
The BMV-702 features an additional input which can be programmed to measure the voltage (of a second
battery), temperature or midpoint voltage (see below).

BMV 700

Easy to install
All electrical connections are to the quick connect PCB on the current shunt. The shunt connects to the
monitor with a standard RJ12 telephone cable. Included: RJ 12 cable (10 m) and battery cable with fuse (2 m);
no other components needed.
Also included are a separate front bezel for a square or round display appearance; a securing ring for the rear
mounting and screws for the front mounting.
Easy to program
A quick install menu and a detailed setup menu with scrolling texts assists the user when going through the
various settings. Please consult the manual for details.

BMV bezel square

New: midpoint voltage monitoring (BMV-702 only)


This feature which is often used in industry to monitor large and expensive battery banks, is now for the first
time made available at a low cost, to monitor any battery bank.
A battery bank consists of a string of series connected cells. The midpoint voltage is the voltage halfway
along the string. Ideally, the midpoint voltage would be exactly half of the total voltage. In practice, however,
deviations will be seen, dependent on many factors such as a different state of charge for new batteries or
cells, different temperatures, internal leakage currents, capacities and much more.
Large or increasing deviation of the midpoint voltage, points to improper battery care or a failed battery or
cell. Corrective action following a midpoint voltage alarm can prevent severe damage to an expensive
battery. Please consult the BMV manual for more information.

BMV shunt 500A/50mV


With quick connect pcb

BMV 702 Black

Standard features
- Battery voltage, current, power, ampere-hours consumed and state of charge
- Time to go at the current rate of discharge
- Programmable visual and audible alarm
- Programmable relay, to turn off non critical loads or to run a generator when needed.
- 500 Amp quick connect shunt and connection kit
- Shunt selection capability up to 10.000 Amps
- VE.Direct communication port
- Stores a wide range of historical events, which can be used to evaluate usage patterns and battery health
- Wide input voltage range: 9,5 95 V
- High current measurement resolution: 10 mA (0,01A)
- Low current consumption: 2,9 Ah per month (4 mA) @12V and 2,2 Ah per month (3mA) @ 24V
BMV-702 additional features
Additional input to measure voltage (of a second battery), temperature or midpoint voltage, and
corresponding alarm and relay settings.
BMV 700HS: 60 to 385VDC voltage range
No prescaler needed. Note: suitable for systems with grounded minus only (battery monitor is not isolated
from shunt).
Other battery monitoring options
- VE.Net Battery Controller
- High voltage VE.Net Battery Controller: 70 to 350VDC
- Lynx Shunt VE.Net
- Lynx Shunt VE.Can

BMV 700H

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More about midpoint voltage


One bad cell or one bad battery can destroy a large, expensive battery bank. When batteries are connected in
series, a timely warning can be generated by measuring the midpoint voltage. Please see the BMV manual,
section 5.2, for more information.
We recommend our Battery Balancer (BMS012201000) to maximize service life or series-connected
batteries.

BMV 700 series: Precision battery monitoring


Battery monitor

BMV 702
BMV 702 BLACK
6,5 - 95 VDC

60 385 VDC

< 4 mA

< 4 mA

< 4 mA

n.a.

6,5 - 95 VDC

n.a.

BMV 700

Supply voltage range

6,5 - 95 VDC

Current draw, back light off


Input voltage range, auxiliary battery
Battery capacity (Ah)

BMV 700HS
Victron Global Remote
The Global Remote is a modem which sends alarms,
warnings and system status reports to cellular phones via
text messages (SMS). It can also log data from Victron
Battery Monitors, MultiPlus units, Quattros and Inverters
to a website through a GPRS connection to the VRM
Portal. Access to this website is free of charge.
VE.Direct to Global remote Interface cable needed
(ASS030534000).

20 - 9999 Ah

Operating temperature range


Measures voltage of second battery, or
temperature, or midpoint
Temperature measurement range

No

VE.Direct communication port

Yes

Relay

-20 +50C (0 - 120F)


Yes
-20 +50C

No
n.a.

Yes

Yes

60V/1A normally open (function can be inverted)


RESOLUTION & ACCURACY (with a 500 A shunt)

Current

1000A/50mV and 2000A/50mV shunt


For ease of use with the BMV series: the quick connect PCB on the standard 500A/50mV shunt
can also be mounted on these shunts.

0,01 A

Voltage

0,01 V

Amp hours

0,1 Ah

State of charge (0 100 %)

0,1 %

Time to go

1 min

Temperature (0 - 50C or 30 - 120F)

1 C/F

n. a.

Accuracy of current measurement

0,4 %

Accuracy of voltage measurement

0,3 %

n. a.

INSTALLATION & DIMENSIONS


Installation

Flush mount

Front

63 mm diameter

Front bezel

Interface cables
- VE.Direct cables to connect a BMV 70x to the Color Control (ASS030530xxx)
- VE.Direct to USB interface (ASS030530000) to connect several BMV 70x to the Color Control or
to a computer.
-VE.Direct to Global remote interface to connect a BMV 70x to a Global Remote.
(ASS030534000)

69 x 69 mm (2.7 x 2.7 inch)

Body diameter

52mm (2.0 inch)

Body depth

31mm (1.2 inch)


STANDARDS

Safety

EN 60335-1

Emission / Immunity

EN 55014-1 / EN 55014-2

Automotive

ECE R10-4 / EN 50498


ACCESSORIES

Shunt (included)
Cables (included)
Temperature sensor

Color Control
The powerful Linux computer, hidden
behind the color display and buttons,
collects data from all Victron equipment and
shows it on the display. Besides
communicating to Victron equipment, the
Color Control communicates through
NMEA2000, Ethernet and USB.
Data can be stored and analyzed on the VRM
Portal. iPhone and Android apps are
available for monitoring and control.

500 A / 50 mV
10 meter 6 core UTP with RJ12 connectors,
and cable with fuse for + connection
Optional (ASS000100000)

The PC application software BMV-Reader will show all current readings on a computer,
including history data. It can also log the data to a CSV formatted file. It is available for free,
and can be downloaded from our website at the Support and downloads section. Connect
the BMV to the computer with the VE.Direct to USB interface, ASS030530000.

A maximum of four BMVs can be connected directly to the Color Control.


Even more BMVs can be connected to a USB Hub for central monitoring.

Battery Balancer (BMS012201000)


The Battery Balancer equalizes the state of
charge of two series connected 12 V batteries, or
of several parallel strings of series connected
batteries.
When the charge voltage of a 24 V battery
system increases to more than 27 V, the Battery
Balancer will turn on and compare the voltage
over the two series connected batteries. The
Battery Balancer will draw a current of up to 1 A
from the battery (or parallel connected
batteries) with the highest voltage. The resulting
charge current differential will ensure that all
batteries will converge to the same state of
charge.
If needed, several balancers can be paralleled.
A 48 V battery bank can be balanced with three
Battery Balancers.

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Argo diode battery isolators


Diode battery isolators allow simultaneous charging of two or more batteries from one alternator, without
connecting the batteries together. Discharging the accessory battery for example will not result in also
discharging the starter battery.
The Argo battery isolators feature a low voltage drop thanks to the use of Schottky diodes: at low current the
voltage drop is approximately 0,3 V and at the rated output approximately 0,45 V.
All models are fitted with a compensation diode that can be used to slightly increase the output voltage of the
alternator. This compensates for the voltage drop over the diodes in the isolator.
Argo Diode Isolator
120-2AC

Please see our book Energy Unlimited or ask for specialist advice when installing a diode isolator. Simply
inserting the isolator in the cabling between the alternator and the batteries will slightly reduce charge voltage.
The result can be that batteries are not charged to the full 100% and age prematurely.
Alternator energize input
Some alternators need DC voltage on the B+ output to start charging. Obviously, DC will be present when the
alternator is directly connected to a battery. Inserting a Diode or FET splitter will however prevent any return
voltage/current from the batteries to the B+, and the alternator will not start.
The new AC diode isolators feature a special current limited energize input that will power the B+ when the
engine run/stop switch is closed.

Argo Diode Isolator


140-3AC

Argo Diode Battery Isolator


Maximum charge current (A)
Maximum alternator current (A)
Number of batteries
Alternator Energize Input
Connection
Compensation diode and
Energize connection
Weight kg (lbs)
Dimensions h x w x d in mm
(h x w x d in inches)

80-2SC

80-2AC

100-3AC

120-2AC

140-3AC

160-2AC

180-3AC

80
80
2
no
M6 Studs
6,3 mm
Faston
0,5 (1.3)

80
80
2
yes
M6 Studs
6,3 mm
Faston
0,6 (1.3)

100
100
3
yes
M6 Studs
6,3 mm
Faston
0,8 (1.8)

120
120
2
yes
M8 Studs
6,3 mm
Faston
0,8 (1.8)

140
140
3
yes
M8 Studs
6,3 mm
Faston
1,1 (2.5)

160
160
2
yes
M8 Studs
6,3 mm
Faston
1,1 (2.5)

180
180
3
yes
M8 Studs
6,3 mm
Faston
1,5 (3.3)

60 x 120 x 75
(2.4 x 4.7 x 3.0)

60 x 120 x 90
(2.4 x 4.7 x 3.9)

60 x 120 x 115
(2.4 x 4.7 x 4.5)

60 x 120 x 115
(2.4 x 4.7 x 4.5)

60 x 120 x 150
(2.4 x 4.7 x 5.9)

60 x 120 x 150
(2.4 x 4.7 x 5.9)

60 x 120 x 200
(2.4 x 4.7 x 7.9)

Energize

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Alternator

Argo FET battery isolators


Similarly to diode battery isolators, FET isolators allow simultaneous charging of two or more batteries from one
alternator (or a single output battery charger), without connecting the batteries together. Discharging the
accessory battery for example will not result in also discharging the starter battery.
In contrast with diode battery isolators, FET isolators have virtually no voltage loss. Voltage drop is less than
0,02 Volt at low current and averages 0,1 Volt at higher currents.

Argo FET 100-3


3bat 100A

When using ARGO FET Battery Isolators, there is no need to also increase the output voltage of the alternator.
Care should taken however to keep cable lengths short and of sufficient cross section.
Example:
When a current of 100 A flows through a cable of 50 mm cross section (AWG 0) and 10 m length (30 ft), the
voltage drop over the cable will be 0,26 Volt. Similarly a current of 50 A through a cable of 10 mm cross section
(AWG 7) and 5 m length (15 ft) will result in a voltage drop of 0,35 Volt!
Alternator energize input
Some alternators need DC voltage on the B+ output to start charging. Obviously, DC will be present when the
alternator is directly connected to a battery. Inserting a Diode or FET splitter will however prevent any return
voltage/current from the batteries to the B+, and the alternator will not start.
The new Argofet isolators have a special current limited energize input that will power the B+ when the engine
run/stop switch is closed.

Argo FET Battery Isolator


Argo FET 100-3
3bat 100A

Maximum charge current (A)


Maximum alternator current (A)
Number of batteries
Connection
Weight kg (lbs)
Dimensions h x w x d in mm
(h x w x d in inches)

Argofet 100-2

Argofet 100-3

Argofet 200-2

Argofet 200-3

100
100
2
M8 bolts
1,4 (3.1)

100
100
3
M8 bolts
1,4 (3.1)

200
200
2
M8 bolts
1,4 (3.1)

200
200
3
M8 bolts
1,4 (3.1)

65 x 120 x 200
(2.6 x 4.7 x 7.9)

65 x 120 x 200
(2.6 x 4.7 x 7.9)

65 x 120 x 200
(2.6 x 4.7 x 7.9)

65 x 120 x 200
(2.6 x 4.7 x 7.9)

71

Battery Balancer
The problem: the service life of an expensive battery bank can be substantially shortened due to state of charge unbalance
One battery with a slightly higher internal leakage current in a 24 V or 48 V bank of several series/parallel connected batteries will cause
under-charge of that battery and parallel connected batteries, and over-charge of the series connected batteries. Moreover, when new cells
or batteries are connected in series, they should all have the same initial state of charge. Small differences will be ironed out during
absorption or equalize charging, but large differences will result in damage due to excessive gassing (caused by overcharging) of the
batteries with the higher initial state of charge and sulphation (caused by undercharging) of the batteries with the lower initial state of
charge.
The Solution: battery balancing
The Battery Balancer equalizes the state of charge of two series connected 12 V batteries, or of several parallel strings of series connected
batteries.
When the charge voltage of a 24 V battery system increases to more than 27,3 V, the Battery Balancer will turn on and compare the voltage
over the two series connected batteries. The Battery Balancer will draw a current of up to 0,7 A from the battery (or parallel connected
batteries) with the highest voltage. The resulting charge current differential will ensure that all batteries will converge to the same state of
charge.
If needed, several balancers can be paralleled.
A 48 V battery bank can be balanced with three Battery Balancers.
LED indicators
Green: on (battery voltage > 27,3 V)
Orange: lower battery leg active (deviation > 0,1 V)
Orange: upper battery leg active (deviation > 0,1 V)
Red: alarm (deviation > 0,2 V). Remains on until the deviation has reduced to less than 0,14 V, or until system voltage drops to less than
26,6 V.
Alarm relay
Normally open. Closes when the red LED switches on, and opens when the red LED switches off.
Alarm reset
Two terminals are available to connect a push button. Interconnecting the two terminals resets the relay.
The reset condition will remain active until the alarm is over. Thereafter the relay will close again when a new alarm occurs.
Even more insight and control with the midpoint monitoring function of the BMV-702 battery monitor
The BMV-702 measures the midpoint of a string of cells or batteries. It displays the deviation from the ideal midpoint in volts or percent.
Separate deviation percentages can be set to trigger a visual/audible alarm and to close a potential free relay contact for remote alarm
purposes.
Please see the manual of the BMV-702 for more information about battery balancing.
Learn more about batteries and battery charging
To learn more about batteries and charging batteries, please refer to our book Energy Unlimited (available free of charge from Victron
Energy and downloadable from www.victronenergy.com).

Three Battery Balancers connected to four series


connected 12 V batteries (48 V system)

Battery Balancer connected to two series


connected 12 V batteries (24 V system)

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Battery Balancer

Victron Battery Balancer


Up to 18 V per battery, 36 V total

Input voltage range


Turn on level

27,3 V +/- 1%

Turn off level

26,6V +/- 1%

Current draw when off

0,7 mA

Midpoint deviation to start balancing


Maximum balancing current
Alarm trigger level

50 mV
0,7 A (when deviation > 100 mV)
200 mV

Alarm reset level

140 mV

Alarm relay

60 V / 1 A normally open

Alarm relay reset

Two terminals to connect a push button

Over temperature protection

yes
-30 t0 +50 C

Operating temperature
Humidity (non condensing)

95%

ENCLOSURE
Colour

Blue (RAL 5012)

Connection terminals

Screw terminals 6 mm / AWG10

Protection category

IP22

Weight

0,4 kg

Dimensions (h x w x d)

100 x 113 x 47 mm

STANDARDS
Safety

EN 60950

Emission

EN 61000-6-3, EN 55014-1

Immunity

EN 61000-6-2, EN61000-6-1, EN 55014-2

Automotive Directive

Battery Balancer connected to six series-parallel


connected 12 V batteries (24 V system)

EN 50498

Installation
1)

2)

3)
4)

5)

The battery balancer(s) must be installed on a well-ventilated vertical


surface close to the batteries (but, due to possible corrosive gasses,
not above the batteries!)
In case of series-parallel connection, the midpoint
interconnecting cables must be sized to at least carry the current
that arises when one battery becomes open-circuited.
- In case of 2 parallel strings: cross section 50% of the series
interconnecting cables.
- In case of 3 parallel strings: cross section 33% of the series
interconnecting cables, etc.
If required: first wire the alarm contact and the alarm reset.
Use at least 0,75 mm to wire the negative, positive and midpoint
connections (in this order).
The balancer is operational.
When the voltage over a string of two batteries is less than 26,6 V the
balancer switches to standby and all LEDs will be off.
When the voltage over a string of two batteries increases to more than
27,3 V (during charging) the green LED will turn on, indicating that the
balancer is on.
When on, a voltage deviation of more than 50 mV will start the
balancing process and at 100 mV one of the two orange LEDS will
turn on. A deviation of more than 200 mV will trigger the alarm relay.

What to do in case of an alarm during charging


In case of a new battery bank the alarm is probably due to differences in
initial state-of-charge. If the difference between the lowest and highest
battery voltage reading is more than 0,9 V: stop charging and charge the
individual batteries or cells separately first, or reduce charge current
substantially and allow the batteries to equalize over time.
If the problem persists after several charge-discharge cycles:
a) In case of series-parallel connection disconnect the midpoint parallel
connection wiring and measure the individual midpoint voltages during
absorption charge to isolate batteries or cells which need additional
charging ,or:
b) Charge and then test all batteries or cells individually or:
c) Connect two or more battery balancers in parallel (on average one
balancer will take care of up to three parallel 200 Ah strings).
In case of an older battery bank which has performed well in the past, the
problem may be due to:
d) Systematic under charge: more frequent charging needed (VRLA
batteries), or equalization charge needed (flooded deep cycle flat
plate or OPzS batteries). Better and regular charging will solve the
problem.
e) One or more faulty cells: replace all batteries.

Three Battery Balancers connected to 12 series-parallel


connected 12 V batteries (48 V system)

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GEL and AGM batteries


1. VRLA technology
VRLA stands for Valve Regulated Lead Acid, which means the batteries are sealed. Gas will escape through the safety valves only
in case of overcharging or cell failure.
VRLA batteries are maintenance free for life.
2. Sealed (VRLA) AGM batteries
AGM stands for Absorbent Glass Mat. In these batteries the electrolyte is absorbed into a glass-fibre mat between the plates by
capillary action. As explained in our book Energy Unlimited, AGM batteries are more suitable for short-time delivery of very
high currents (engine starting) than gel batteries.

AGM battery
12V 90Ah

3. Sealed (VRLA) Gel batteries


Here the electrolyte is immobilized as gel. Gel batteries in
general have a longer service life and better cycle capacity than AGM batteries.
4. Low Self-discharge
Because of the use of lead calcium grids and high purity materials, Victron VRLA batteries can be stored during long periods of
time without recharge. The rate of self-discharge is less than 2% per month at 20C. The self discharge doubles for every increase
in temperature with 10C.
Victron VRLA batteries can therefore be stored during up to a year without recharging, if kept under cool conditions.
5. Exceptional Deep Discharge Recovery
Victron VRLA batteries have exceptional discharge recovery, even after deep or prolonged discharge.
It should however be stressed that repetitive deep discharge and prolonged discharge have a very negative influence on the
service life of all lead acid batteries, Victron batteries are no exception.
6. Battery discharging characteristics
The rated capacity of Victron AGM and Gel Deep Cycle batteries refers to 20 hour discharge, in other words: a discharge current
of 0,05 C.
The rated capacity of Victron Tubular Plate Long Life batteries refers to 10 hours discharge.
The effective capacity decreases with increasing discharge current (see table 1). Please note that the capacity reduction will be
even faster in case of a constant power load, such as an inverter.
Discharg time
(constant
current)

GEL OPzV 2V cell

20 hours
10 hours
5 hours
3 hours
1 hour
30 min.
15 min.
10 min.
5 min.
5 seconds

End
Voltage
V
10,8
10,8
10,8
10,8
9,6
9,6
9,6
9,6
9,6

AGM
Deep
Cycle
%
100
92
85
78
65
55
42
38
27
8C

Gel
Deep
Cycle
%
100
87
80
73
61
51
38
34
24
7C

Gel
Long
Life
%
112
100
94
79
63
45
29
21

Table 1: Effective capacity as a function of discharge time


(the lowest row gives the maximum allowable 5 seconds discharge current)
Our AGM deep cycle batteries have excellent high current performance and are therefore recommended for high current
applications such as engine starting. Due to their construction, Gel batteries have a lower effective capacity at high discharge
currents. On the other hand, Gel batteries have a longer service life, both under float and cycling conditions.
7. Effect of temperature on service life
High temperature has a very negative effect on service life. The service life of Victron batteries as a function of temperature is
shown in table 2.

Average
Temperature

20C / 68F
30C / 86F
40C / 104F

AGM
Deep
Cycle

Gel
Deep
Cycle

Gel
Long
Life

years
7 - 10
4
2

years
12
6
3

years
20
10
5

Table 2: Design service life of Victron batteries under float service

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GEL and AGM batteries

Capacity (%)

8. Effect of temperature on capacity


As is shown
n by the graph below, capacity reduces sharply at low temperatures.

Temperature(C)

Fig.
1: Effect
of temperature on capacity
Fig. 1: Effe
ect of temperature on capacity
9. Cycle life
e of Victron batteries
Batteries ag
ge due to discharging and recharging. The number of cycles depends on th
he depth of discharge, as is shown in figure
2.
Gel Deep
Gel
DeepCycle
cycle

Gel Long
Gel
longLife
life

Cycles

AGM De
eep Cycle
AGM
Deep
Cycle

Depth of
Depth
ofdischarge
discharge

Fig. 2: Cy
ycle life

Fig. 2: Cycle life

120
100

14

80

13.5

60

13

40

12.5

20

12

Charge current

15
14.5

Charge current

Charge voltage

Charge voltage

10. Battery
y charging in case of cycle use: the 3-step charge curve
The most co
ommon charge curve used to charge VRLA batteries in case of cyclic use is the 3-step charge curve, whereby a
constant cu
urrent phase (the bulk phase) is followed by two constant voltage phases (aabsorption and float), see fig. 3.

0
0

10

Fig. 3:
ee stepstep
chargecharge
curve
Fig.
3:Thre
Three
curve
During the absorption phase the charge voltage is kept at a relatively high level in ord
der to fully recharge the battery within
reasonable time. The third and last phase is the float phase: the voltage is lowered to standby
s
level, sufficient to compensate for
self discharg
ge.

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12,8V lithium iron phosphate batteries


Why lithium-iron phosphate?
Lithium-iron-phosphate (LiFePO4 or LFP) is the safest of the mainstream li-ion battery types. The nominal
voltage of a LFP cell is 3,2V (lead-acid: 2V/cell). A 12,8V LFP battery therefore consists of 4 cells connected in
series; and a 25,6V battery consists of 8 cells connected in series.
Rugged
A lead-acid battery will fail prematurely due to sulfation if:
x
If it operates in deficit mode during long periods of time (i. e. if the battery is rarely, or never at all,
fully charged).
x
If it is left partially charged or worse, fully discharged (yacht or mobile home during winter time).

12,8V 90Ah LiFePO4 battery


LFP-CB 12,8/90

A LFP battery does not need to be fully charged. Service life even slightly improves in case of partial charge
instead of a full charge. This is a major advantage of LFP compared to lead-acid.
Other advantages are the wide operating temperature range, excellent cycling performance, low internal
resistance and high efficiency (see below).

(cell balancing only)

LFP is therefore the chemistry of choice for very demanding applications.


Efficient
In several applications (especially off-grid solar and/or wind), energy efficiency can be of crucial importance.
The round trip energy efficiency (discharge from 100% to 0% and back to 100% charged) of the average leadacid battery is 80%.
The round trip energy efficiency of a LFP battery is 92%.
The charge process of lead-acid batteries becomes particularly inefficient when the 80% state of charge has
been reached, resulting in efficiencies of 50% or even less in solar systems where several days of reserve energy
is required (battery operating in 70% to 100% charged state).
In contrast, a LFP battery will still achieve 90% efficiency under shallow discharge conditions.

12,8V 90Ah LiFePO4 battery


LFP-BMS 12,8/90

Size and weight


Saves up to 70% in space
Saves up to 70% in weight

(cell balancing and BMS interface)

Expensive?
LFP batteries are expensive when compared to lead-acid. But in demanding applications, the high initial cost
will be more than compensated by longer service life, superior reliability and excellent efficiency.
Endless flexibility
LFP batteries are easier to charge than lead-acid batteries. The charge voltage may vary from 14V to 16V (as long
as no cell is subjected to more than 4,2V), and they do not need to be fully charged. Therefore several batteries
can be connected in parallel and no damage will occur if some batteries are less charged than others.
With or without Battery Management System (BMS)?
Important facts:
1. A LFP cell will fail if the voltage over the cell falls to less than 2,5V (note: recovery by charging with a low
current, less than 0,1C, is sometimes possible).
2. A LFP cell will fail if the voltage over the cell increases to more than 4,2V.
Lead-acid batteries will eventually also be damaged when discharged too deeply or overcharged, but not
immediately. A lead-acid battery will recover from total discharge even after it has been left in discharged state
during days or weeks (depending on battery type and brand).
3. The cells of a LFP battery do not auto-balance at the end of the charge cycle.
The cells in a battery are not 100% identical. Therefore, when cycled, some cells will be fully charged or
discharged earlier than others. The differences will increase if the cells are not balanced/equalized from time to
time.
In a lead-acid battery a small current will continue to flow even after one or more cells are fully charged (the
main effect of this current is decomposition of water into hydrogen and oxygen). This current helps to fully
charge other cells that are lagging behind, thus equalizing the charge state of all cells.
The current through a LFP cell however, when fully charged, is nearly zero, and lagging cells will therefore not
be fully charged. Over time the differences between cells may become some so extreme that, even though the
overall battery voltage is within limits, some cells will fail due to over- or under-voltage. Cell balancing is
therefore highly recommended.
In addition to cell balancing, a BMS will:
Prevent cell under voltage by timely disconnecting the load.
Prevent cell overvoltage by reducing charge current or stopping the charge process.
Shut down the system in case of over temperature.
A BMS is therefore indispensable to prevent damage to large Li-ion battery banks.

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12,8V lithium iron phosphate batteries


With cell balancing, but without BMS: 12,8V LFP batteries for light duty applications
In applications were excessive discharge (to less than 11V), overcharge (to more than 15V) or excessive charge current will never occur,
12,8V batteries with cell balancing only may be used.
Please note that these batteries are not suitable for series or parallel connection.
Notes:
1.
A Battery Protect module (see www.victronenergy.com) may be used to prevent excessive discharge.
2.
The current draw of inverters and inverter/chargers is often still significant (0,1A or more) after low voltage shutdown. The
remaining stand-by current will therefore damage the battery if the inverters or inverter/chargers are left connected to the
battery after low voltage shutdown during a long period of time.

With cell balancing and interface to connect to a Victron BMS: 12,8V LFP batteries for heavy duty applications and
parallel/series connection
These batteries have integrated Cell Balancing, Temperature and Voltage control (BTV). Up to ten batteries can be paralleled and up to
four batteries can be series connected (BTVs are simply daisy-chained) so that a 48V battery bank of up to 2000Ah can be assembled.
The daisy-chained BTVs must be connected to a battery management system (BMS).
Battery Management System (BMS)
The BMS connects to the BTVs and its essential functions are:
1.
Disconnect or shut down the load whenever the voltage of a battery cell falls to less than 2,5V.
2.
Stop the charging process whenever the voltage of a battery cell increases to more than 4,2V.
3.
Shut down the system whenever the temperature of a cell exceeds 50C.
More features may be included: see the individual BMS datasheets.

Battery specification
Cell balancing only
LFP-CB
12,8/60

LFP-CB
12,8/90

Nominal voltage

12,8V

12,8V

Nominal capacity @ 25C*

60Ah

90Ah

Nominal capacity @ 0C*

48Ah

72Ah

Nominal capacity @ -20C*

30Ah

45Ah

768Wh

1152Wh

VOLTAGE AND CAPACITY

Nominal energy @ 25C*

LFP-CB
12,8/160

Cell balancing and BMS interface


LFP-CB
12,8/200

LFP-BMS
12,8/60

LFP-BMS
12,8/90

LFP-BMS
12,8/160

LFP-BMS
12,8/200

12,8V

12,8V

12,8V

12,8V

12,8V

12,8V

160Ah

200Ah

60Ah

90Ah

160Ah

200Ah

130Ah

160Ah

48Ah

72Ah

130Ah

160Ah

80Ah

100Ah

30Ah

45Ah

80Ah

100Ah

2048Wh

2560Wh

768Wh

1152Wh

2048Wh

2560Wh

*Discharge current 1C

CYCLE LIFE
80% DoD

2500 cycles

70% DoD

3000 cycles

50% DoD

5000 cycles

DISCHARGE
Maximum continuous
discharge current
Recommended continuous
discharge current

180A

270A

400A

500A

180A

270A

400A

500A

60A

90A

160A

200A

60A

90A

160A

200A

Maximum 10 s pulse current

600A

900A

1200A

1500A

600A

900A

1200A

1500A

End of discharge voltage

11V

11V

11V

11V

11V

11V

11V

11V

OPERATING CONDITIONS
Operating temperature

-20C to +50C (maximum charge current when battery temperature < 0C: o,05 C, i.e. 1A in case of a 200Ah battery)

Storage temperature

-45C to +70C

Humidity (non condensing)

Max. 95%

Protection class

IP 54

CHARGE
Charge voltage

Between 14V and 15V (<14,5V recommended)

Float voltage

13,6V

Maximum charge current

60A

90A

160A

200A

180A

270A

400A

500A

Recommended charge current

20A

25A

40A

50A

30A

45A

80A

100A

OTHER
Max storage time @ 25 C*

1 year

BMS connection
Power connection (threaded inserts)
Dimensions (hxwxd) mm
Weight

Male + female cable with M8 circular connector, length 50


cm

n. a.
M8

M8

M10

M10

M8

M8

M10

M10

235x293x139

249x293x168

320x338x233

295x425x274

235x293x139

249x293x168

320x338x233

295x425x274

12kg

16kg

33kg

42kg

12kg

16kg

33kg

42kg

*When fully charged

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Telecom batteries
Designed for telecom applications; excellent floor space savers for marine and vehicle applications
The deep cycle AGM telecom series has been designed for use in telecom systems. With front access terminals
and small footprint, the batteries are ideal for racked systems. Similarly, these batteries can help solve limited
floor space and access problems on board boats and vehicles.
AGM technology
AGM stands for Absorbent Glass Mat. In these batteries the electrolyte is absorbed into a glass-fibre mat
between the plates by capillary action.

Telecom Battery
Battery AGM 12V 200Ah

Low self-discharge
Because of the use of lead calcium grids and high purity materials, Victron VRLA batteries can be stored during
long periods of time without recharge. The rate of self-discharge is less than 2% per month at 20C. The self
discharge doubles for every increase in temperature with 10C.
Low internal resistance
Accepts very high charge and discharge rates
High cyclic life capability
More than 500 cycles at 50 % depth of discharge
Learn more about batteries and battery charging
To learn more about batteries and charging batteries, please refer to our book Energy Unlimited (available free
of charge from Victron Energy and downloadable from www.victronenergy.com).

12V AGM Telecom battery

Telecom Battery
Battery AGM 12V 200Ah

Capacity 1 / 3 / 5 / 10 / 20 hours
(% of nominal)
Capacity 10 / 20 / 30 / 40 minutes
(% of nominal)
Nominal capacity (77F/25C, 10,5V)

115Ah

200Ah

60 / 75 / 82 / 91 / 100 (@ 70F/25C, end of discharge 10,5V)


33 / 44 / 53 / 57 (@ 70F/25C, end of discharge 9,6V)
115Ah

165Ah

200Ah

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0F/-18C

1000

1500

1800

DIN cold start current (A) @ 0F/-18C

600

900

1000

Short Circuit Current (A)

3500

5000

6000

Reserve Capacity (minutes)

200

320

400

Shelf life @ 70F/20C

1 year

Absorption voltage (V) @ 70F/20C

14,4 14,7

Float voltage (V) @ 70F/20C

13,6 13,8

Storage voltage (V) @ 70F/20C

13,2

Float design life @ 70F/20C

12 years

Cycle design life @ 100% discharge

250

Cycle design life @ 50% discharge

500

Cycle design life @ 30% discharge

1000

Dimensions (lxwxh, mm)

395 x 110 x 293mm

548 x 105 x 316mm

546 x 125 x 323mm

Dimensions (lxwxh, inches)

153.7 x 43.3 x 115.3

215.7 x 41.3 x 124.4

214.9 x 49.2 x 127.1

35kg / 77 lbs

49kg / 88 lbs

60kg / 132 lbs\

Weight (kg / pounds)

78

165Ah

79

Gel and AGM batteries


Disadvantages of the traditional 3-step charge curve:

During the bulk phase the current is kept at a constant and often high level, even after the gassing voltage (14,34 V
for a 12 V battery) has been exceeded. This can lead to excessive gas pressure in the battery. Some gas will escape
trough the safety valves, reducing service life.

Thereafter the absorption voltage is applied during a fixed period of time, irrespective of how deep the battery has
been discharged previously. A full absorption period after a shallow discharge will overcharge the battery, again
reducing service life. (a. o. due to accelerated corrosion of the positive plates)

Research has shown that battery life can be increased by decreasing float voltage to an even lower level when the
battery is not in use.

11. Battery charging: longer battery life with Victron 4-step adaptive charging
Victron developed the adaptive charge curve. The 4-step adaptive chare curve is the result of years of research and testing.
The Victron four-step adaptive charge curve solves the 3 main problems of the 3 step curve:

Battery Safe mode


In order to prevent excessive gassing, Victron has invented the Battery Safe Mode. The battery Safe Mode will limit
the rate of voltage increase once the gassing voltage has been reached. Research has shown that this will reduce
internal gassing to a safe level.

Variable absorption time


Based on the duration of the bulk stage, the charger calculates how long the absorption time should be in order to
fully charge the battery. If the bulk time is short, this means the battery was already charged and the resulting
absorption time will also be short, whereas a longer bulk time will also result in a longer absorption time.

Storage mode
After completion of the absorption period the battery should be fully charged, and the voltage is lowered to the
float or standby level. If no discharge occurs during the next 24 hours, the voltage is reduced even further and the
battery goes into storage mode. The lower storage voltage reduces corrosion of the positive plates.
Once every week the charge voltage is increased to the absorption level for a short period to compensate for self
discharge (Battery Refresh mode).

12. Battery charging in case of standby use: constant voltage float charging
When a battery is not frequently deeply discharged, a 2-step charge curve can be used. During the first phase the battery is
charged with a limited current (the bulk phase). Once a preset voltage has been reached the battery is kept at that voltage (the
float phase).
This charge method is used for starter batteries in vehicles, and in uninterruptible power supplies (UPS).

Battery Refresh

Calculated absorption time


Storage
Float

15

120

14.5

100

14

80

13.5

60

//

13

//

40

0
2

13. Optimum charge voltage of Victron VRLA batteries


The recommended charge voltage settings for a 12 V battery are shown in table 3.

//

//

Fig.
12 4: Four-step adaptive charge curve

20

12.5

Charge current

Charge volt age

Battery Safe

Fig. 4: Four-step adaptive charge curve

14. Effect of temperature on charging voltage


The charge voltage should be reduced with increased temperature. Temperature compensation is required when the
temperature of the battery is expected to be less than 10C / 50F or more than 30C / 85F during long periods of time.
The recommended temperature compensation for Victron VRLA batteries is -4 mV / Cell (-24 mV /C for a 12 V battery).
The centre point for temperature compensation is 20C / 70F.
15. Charge current
The charge current should preferably not exceed 0,2 C (20 A for a 100 Ah battery).The temperature of a battery will increase by
more than 10C if the charge current exceeds 0,2 C. Therefore temperature compensation is required if the charge current
exceeds 0,2 C.

80

Gel and AGM batteries


Float
Service (V)
Victron AGM Deep Cycle
Absorption
Float
13,5 - 13,8
Storage
13,2 - 13,5
Victron Gel Deep Cycle
Absorption
Float
13,5 - 13,8
Storage
13,2 - 13,5
Victron Gel Long Life
Absorption
Float
13,5 - 13,8
Storage
13,2 - 13,5

Cycle service
Normal (V)

Cycle service
Fastest recharge (V)

14,2 - 14,6
13,5 - 13,8
13,2 - 13,5

14,6 - 14,9
13,5 - 13,8
13,2 - 13,5

14,1 - 14,4
13,5 - 13,8
13,2 - 13,5
14,0 - 14,2
13,5 - 13,8
13,2 - 13,5

Table 3: Recommended charge voltage


12 Volt Deep Cycle AGM

General Specification
lxwxh
mm

Weight
kg

CCA
@0F

RES CAP
@80F

1500

480

Article number
BAT406225080

Ah
240

V
6

320x176x247

31

BAT212070080

12

151x65x101

2,5

BAT212120080

14

12

151x98x101

4,1

BAT212200080

22

12

181x77x167

5,8

BAT412350080

38

12

197x165x170

12,5

BAT412550080

60

12

229x138x227

20

450

90

BAT412600080

66

12

258x166x235

24

520

100

BAT412800080

90

12

350x167x183

27

600

145

BAT412101080

110

12

330x171x220

32

800

190

BAT412121080

130

12

410x176x227

38

1000

230

BAT412151080

165

12

485x172x240

47

1200

320

BAT412201080

220

12

522x238x240

65

1400

440

12 Volt Deep Cycle GEL

Rated capacity: 20 hr discharge at 25C


Float design life: 7-10 years at 20 C
Cycle design life:
400 cycles at 80% discharge
600 cycles at 50% discharge
1500 cycles at 30% discharge

General Specification

Ah

lxwxh
mm

Weight
kg

CCA
@0F

RES CAP
@80F

BAT412550100

60

12

229x138x227

20

300

80

BAT412600100

66

12

258x166x235

24

360

90

BAT412800100

90

12

350x167x183

26

420

130

BAT412101100

110

12

330x171x220

33

550

180

BAT412121100

130

12

410x176x227

38

700

230

BAT412151100

165

12

485x172x240

48

850

320

BAT412201100

220

12

522x238x240

66

1100

440

lxbxh
mm

Weight
kg

Article number

Technology: flat plate AGM


Terminals: copper

2 Volt Long Life GEL

Technology: flat plate GEL


Terminals: copper
Rated capacity: 20 hr discharge at 25 C
Float design life: 12 years at 20 C
Cycle design life:
500 cycles at 80% discharge
750 cycles at 50% discharge
1800 cycles at 30% discharge

General Specification

Article number
BAT702601260

Ah
600

V
2

145x206x688

49

BAT702801260

800

210x191x688

65

BAT702102260

1000

210x233x690

80

BAT702122260

1200

210x275x690

93

BAT702152260

1500

210x275x840

115

BAT702202260

2000

215x400x815

155

BAT702252260

2500

215x490x815

200

BAT702302260

3000

215x580x815

235

Technology: tubular plate GEL


Terminals: copper
Rated capacity: 10 hr discharge at 25 C
Float design life: 20 years at 20 C
Cycle design life:
1500 cycles at 80% discharge
2500 cycles at 50% discharge
4500 cycles at 30% discharge

Other capacities and terminal types: at request

81

BlueSolar monocrystalline panels


x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x

Low voltage-temperature coefficient enhances high-temperature operation.


Exceptional low-light performance and high sensitivity to light across the entire solar spectrum.
25-year limited warranty on power output and performance.
5-year Limited warranty on materials and workmanship.
Sealed, waterproof, multi-functional junction box gives high level of safety.
High performance bypass diodes minimize the power drop caused by shade.
Advanced EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) encapsulation system with triple-layer back sheet meets the
most stringent safety requirements for high-voltage operation.
A sturdy, anodized aluminum frame allows modules to be easily roof-mounted with a variety of
standard mounting systems.
Highest quality, high-transmission tempered glass provides enhanced stiffness and impact
resistance.
Pre wired quick-connect system with MC4 (PV-ST01) connectors.
(Except for the 30W panel)

BlueSolar Monocrystalline 280W


MC4 connectors

Type

Module Size

Glass size

Weight

Nominal
Power
PMPP

Short-circuit
Current
Isc

Module

mm

mm

Kg

SPM30-12

450 x 545 x 25

445 x 535

2.5

30

18

1.67

22.5

SPM51-12

645 x 540 x 35

640 x 535

5.2

50

18

2.78

22.2

3.16

SPM81-12

1005 x 540 x 35

1000 x 535

80

18

4.45

22.3

4.96

SPM101-12

1210 x 540 x 35

1205 x 535

100

18

5.56

22.4

6.53

SPM131-12

1110 x 808 x 35

1105 x 802

11.5

130

18

7.23

22.4

8.49

SPM190-24

1580 x 808 x 35

1574 x 802

14.5

190

36

5.44

43.2

5.98

SPM300-24

1956 x 992 x 50

1950 x 986

23.5

300

36

8.06

45.5

8.56

SPM30-12

SPM51-12

SPM81-12

SPM101-12

SPM131-12

SPM190-24

SPM300-24

30W

50W

80W

100W

130W

190W

300W

Module
Nominal Power (3% tolerance)
Cell type

Monocrystalline

Number of cells in series

36

Maximum system voltage (V)

72
1000V

Temperature coefficient of PMPP (%)

-0.48/C

-0.48/C

-0.48/C

-0.48/C

-0.48/C

-0.48/C

Temperature coefficient of Voc (%)

-0.34/C

-0.34/C

-0.34/C

-0.34/C

-0.34/C

-0.34/C

-0.34/C

Temperature coefficient of Isc (%)

+0.037/C

+0.037/C

+0.037/C

+0.037/C

+0.05/C

+0.037/C

+0.037/C

PV-RH0301

PV-JH03

PV-JH200

900mm

900mm

1000mm

20 panels

20 panels

Temperature Range

200kg/m

Allowable Hail Load


Junction Box Type

23m/s, 7.53g
PV-JH03-2

PV-JH02

PV-JH02

Connector Type

PV-JH02
MC4

Length of Cables

450mm

750mm

900mm

Output tolerance

900mm
+/-3%

Frame

Aluminium

Product warranty

2 years

Warranty on electrical performance

10 years 90% + 25 years 80% of power output

Smallest packaging unit


Quantity per pallet

-0.48/C

-40C to +85C

Surface Maximum Load Capacity

1 panel
40 panels

1) STC (Standard Test Conditions): 1000W/m2, 25C, AM (Air Mass) 1.5

82

Electrical data under STC (1)


Max-Power
Max-Power
Open-Circuit
Voltage
Current
Voltage
VMPP
IMPP
Voc

40 panels

20 panels

20 panels

20 panels

BlueSolar polycrystalline panels

x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x

Low voltage-temperature coefficient enhances high-temperature operation.


Exceptional low-light performance and high sensitivity to light across the entire solar spectrum.
25-year limited warranty on power output and performance.
5-year Limited warranty on materials and workmanship.
Sealed, waterproof, multi-functional junction box gives high level of safety.
High performance bypass diodes minimize the power drop caused by shade.
Advanced EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) encapsulation system with triple-layer back sheet meets the
most stringent safety requirements for high-voltage operation.
A sturdy, anodized aluminum frame allows modules to be easily roof-mounted with a variety of
standard mounting systems.
Highest quality, high-transmission tempered glass provides enhanced stiffness and impact
resistance.
Pre wired quick-connect system with MC4 (PV-ST01) connectors.

BlueSolar Polycrystalline 130W


MC4 connectors

Type

Module Size

Glass size

Weight

Electrical data under STC (1)


Max-Power
Max-Power
Open-Circuit
Voltage
Current
Voltage
VMPP
IMPP
Voc

Nominal
Power
PMPP

Short-circuit
Current
Isc

Module

mm

mm

Kg

SPP30-12

735x350x25

730x345

3.5

30

18

1.67

22.5

1.85

SPP40-12

670x475x25

665x470

4.5

40

18

2.22

22.5

1.85

SPP51-12

540x670x35

535x665

5.7

50

18

2.78

22.2

3.09

SPP75-12

78067025

775x665

7.9

75

18

4.17

22.2

4.64

SPP81-12

915x670x35

910x665

80

18

4.44

21.6

5.06

SPP101-12

1005x670x35

1000x665

100

18

5.56

21.6

6.32

SPP140-12

1480x670x35

1474x664

15

140

18

7.78

21.6

8.85

SPP250-20

1650x992x40

1644x986

20,3

250

30

8.33

36.01

9.40

SPP280-24

1956x992x50

1950x986

24

280

36

7.78

44.06

8.26

SPP300-24

1960x989x40

1954x983

29

300

36

8.33

44,10

8.85

Module
Nominal Power (3% tolerance)

SPP30-12

SPP40-12

SPP51-12

SPP75-12

SPP81-12

SPP101-12

SPP140-12

SPP250-20

SPP280-24

SPP300-24

30W

40W

50W

75W

80W

100W

140W

250W

280W

280W

Cell type

Polycrystalline

Number of cells in series

60

36

Maximum system voltage (V)

72

1000V

Temperature coefficient of PMPP (%)

-0.47/C

-0.48/C

-0.48/C

-0.48/C

Temperature coefficient of Voc (%)

-0.34/C

-0.34/C

-0.34/C

-0.35/C

-0.34/C

Temperature coefficient of Isc (%)

+0.045/C

+0.037/C

+0.037/C

+0.037/C

+0.045/C

PV-JH02

PV-JH200

Temperature Range

-40C to +85C

Surface Maximum Load Capacity

200kg/m

Allowable Hail Load


Junction Box Type

23m/s, 7.53g
PV-JH03-2

PV-JH02

Connector Type
Length of Cables

450mm

No cable

PV-JH02
MC4

750mm

Output tolerance

900mm

1000mm

+/-3%

Frame

Aluminium

Product warranty

2 years

Warranty on electrical performance

10 years 90% + 25 years 80% of power output

Smallest packaging unit


Quantity per pallet

-0.47/C

1 panel
25 panels

25 panels

25 panels

20 panels

10 panels

1) STC (Standard Test Conditions): 1000W/m2, 25C, AM (Air Mass) 1.5

83

MultiPlus principle
INVERTER/CHARGER SYSTEM WITH INTELLIGENT SHORE AND GENERATOR POWER MANAGEMENT
PowerControl: Dealing with limited generator or grid power All models in the MultiPlus range feature powerful
battery chargers. When the largest model is working hard it can draw almost 10A from a 230V supply. Using the
remote panel it is possible to dial-in the maximum current that is available from mains or generator. The MultiPlus
will then automatically regulate the charger taking account of other system AC loads and ensuring the charger only
uses what is spare. This way it is possible to avoid tripping the mains power or overloading the generator.
Power control
Battery charger reduces its output, if required, to avoid overload of supply when system consumption is
high.

NVMUJ

PowerAssist: Boosting the power available from mains or generator, an innovative feature of Multiplus. The feature
that most distinguishes the MultiPlus from other inverter / chargers is PowerAssist. This feature takes the principle
of PowerControl to a further dimension by allowing a MultiPlus to supplement the power available from mains or
generator to assist during periods of high demand. Peak power demand is almost always sustained only for short
periods, either a few minutes (in the case of items like cooking appliances) or just a few seconds (in the case of the
burst of energy needed to start an air-conditioning or refrigeration compressor).
With the capacity of the generator or mains power set on the remote panel, the MultiPlus detects when the load
is becoming too much for the supply and will instantly provide the extra power required. When the demand has
reduced, the unit returns to charging the battery. This feature is equally effective in large and small systems
helping to reduce the required generator capacity or to achieve greater things with limited mains power. There is
even a special feature to enable the MultiPlus/Quattro to work perfectly with portable generators.
Power assist
Inverter boosts incoming power, if required, to avoid overload of supply when system consumption
exceeds supply.

AC distribution
Water Heater (10A)
Microwave (6A)

16A

Fridge (1A)
NVMUJ

RCD

TV / DVD (1A)
Computer (1A)
Kettle (13A)

Battery 12V/300Ahr
Services

Public grid

Battery delivers energy to Power Assist incoming

84

Hairdryer (8A)

21A

Power Tools (2A)

power

System application
Comfort system

Comfort plus system

Appliance

System

Appliance

System

Lighting

Quattro 12/3000/120

Lighting

2 xQuattro 24/5000/120

Communication & navigation

BMV602-S battery monitor

Communication & navigation

VE-NET Battery controller

Water heater

2x12V/200AH and 1X80AH batteries

Water heater

4x12V/200AH and 1X80AH batteries

Microwave oven

Digital control remote panel

Blue Power panel

2 ring introduction hob

Alternator 12/150

Electric gallery with 4 ring induction


hob, microwave/combi oven, refrigerator, freezer, washer/dryer.

Coffee machine/Kettle

DC Link Box

TV/DVD

Isolation transformer

Laptop

Cyrix battery separator

Smal chargers (mobile phone,


electric shaver)

Coffee machine and kettle

Alternator 12/150

TV/DVD

DC Link box

Multimedia PC

Isolation transformers

Small chargers (mobile, phone, shaver etc)

Refrigerator and freezer

Modest air-conditioning

Solarpanel and MPTT Solar charger

Comfort system - 7 kVa (30a) capacity


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About Victron Energy


With over 40 years of experience, Victron Energy enjoys an unrivalled reputation for technical innovation, reliability and quality.
Victron is a world leader in the supply of self-supporting electrical power. Our products have been designed to meet the most
demanding situations faced by a diversity of craft, recreational and commercial alike. Victrons ability to meet the demand for
customized off-grid systems is unprecedented. Our product range includes sine wave inverters and inverter/chargers, battery
chargers, DC/DC converters, transfer switches, gel and AGM batteries, alternators, battery monitors, solar charge regulators,
solar panels, complete network solutions and many other innovative solutions.
World-wide service and support
Having served the off-grid, industrial and vehicle markets as well as both the commercial and leisure marine sectors for over 40
years, Victron has an established network of dealers and distributors covering the whole world. Our customer base is such that
providing prompt and competent local service is essential.
This is reflected in the capabilities of our support network. Our flexible approach to service support and our commitment to
quick turnaround for repairs is marketleading. There are countless examples of Victron products that have provided for
decades of reliable service in the most demanding applications. This level of reliability combined with the highest level of
technical know-how results in Victron Energy power systems that offer the very best value available.

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